The CEQA Practitioner Program is designed to provide environmental professionals with a comprehensive overview of the entire CEQA process. Through a review of case studies, project-based work and real-world examples, you’ll gain an understanding of the legal requirements and best practices necessary to confidently navigate complex environmental review processes from initiation through approval.
Who is this Program for?
- Early- to mid-career environmental planners and consultants
- State and local jurisdiction employees who oversee CEQA projects
- Land use and environmental attorneys
- Civil engineers and real estate developers
What You’ll Learn
- Interpretation and application of CEQA requirements and relevant case law in real-world contexts
- Development and justification of thresholds of significance
- Creation of clear, effective and legally defensible mitigation measures
- Critical review of CEQA documents and supporting technical materials
- Strategic management of CEQA projects, timelines and interdisciplinary teams
- Effective stakeholder engagement and communication throughout the CEQA process
What You'll Get
- Convenient online training that won’t interfere with your work
- A digital skills badge demonstrating your proficiency in this topic
- Courses taught by expert CEQA practitioners
- CEQA knowledge and best practices you can use in your job immediately
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About UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education
We are the professional development arm of the University of California, Davis, a tier-one research institution ranked 6th among top public universities in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2024 Best Colleges). For over 60 years, we have focused on workforce development by blending the distinctive academic expertise of UC Davis with practical training designed to immediately improve capability and job performance.