New Mexico LTAP Center

Did you know that NM-LTAP collaborates with the Associated Contractors of New Mexico to offer discounted ACNM and OSHA certification courses for local agencies like yours? This initiative aims to support TLPAs by providing affordable certification options for critical courses, like Traffic Control Technician, Traffic Control Supervisor, Flagger, and more! By participating in this initiative, your agency can enhance its operational capabilities, promote safety, and ensure your employees are compliant with current industry protocols.   

We encourage you to take advantage of this valuable opportunity to advance your skills and promote safety in your organization.   Our partnership reduces the cost burden on your organization by covering the majority of course costs and coordinating with the trainer.

*Discounted rates are not available for NMDOT or FHWA employees.

Individuals or organizations who are interested in scheduling courses for themselves, or their organization, should contact ltap@unm.edu with the subject line ACNM Course Request. Courses are provided on a first-come, first-served basis based on resources and trainer availability.

FAQs

I have a team of 14 employees who need certifications in TCT, some in TCS, and Flagger. What are my options and what is the cost?

When a team needs certification, you have a few options.

Option 1:  Depending on where you are located, your team can take training at the ACNM location in Albuquerque. This is a great option if you are in the Albuquerque area, have only a few employees who need training, or have flexibility to attend training as needed. The cost to attend training does not change based on location.

Option 2: If your team is located outside the Albuquerque area, sending your entire staff to Albuquerque for training may not be practical due to the high costs and time involved. To address this issue, NM-LTAP partners with ACNM to bring trainers directly to your community, allowing your employees to receive training on-site. NM-LTAP does not charge any additional fees for sending trainers to your location and covers all expenses related to trainer travel. The cost you incur remains the same rate per person as it would be for training in Albuquerque. The fees we charge are used solely to cover trainer travel and related expenses.

In this example, we will send a trainer to your location to train your employees. All 14 employees need flagger training, 8 need TCT training, and 6 need TCS training.  Your needs and the associated costs are listed below.

Total cost to host = 14 employees x $50 (flat rate)= $700

Can we host multiple classes to make the most of our employees' time?

Yes! ACNM and NM-LTAP often combine courses to optimize the time of both trainees and trainers. For example, we frequently bundle TCT, TCS, and flagger courses together, or group Stormwater, Excavation and Trenching, and Fall Protection competent person courses together. When we send a trainer to your location and bundle courses, we charge a flat fee per person. The TCT/TCS/flagger bundle is $50.00 per person, while the cost for non-TCT/TCS bundles is $25.00 per person.

Is there a limit to the ACNM courses I can attend?

If you are employed by a TLPA, there is no limit to the number of courses you can attend with support from NM-LTAP. Our organization is dedicated to meeting your training needs. However, our ability to provide training is often limited by the availability of trainers. Since these courses are highly sought after, we encourage you to request training as early as possible so we can best accommodate your needs. ACNM courses are in high demand, but we can schedule your training in advance to better meet your employee training requirements and your workload.

How does scheduling work?

If you are interested in hosting or attending a course, email ltap@unm.edu with the subject ACNM Course Request. From there, our team will coordinate with ACNM staff to determine trainer availability, timeline, and provide you with an expected cost based on your training needs. At this time, LTAP has capacity to fund about 30 trainees a month, so get your requests in early to ensure your team gets the training they need!

How does billing work?

Before the training begins, you will receive a cost estimate for your organization, which will be no more than $50.00 per attendee. Your total costs will vary based on the number of attendees; costs only change if the number of participants changes. Once the training is scheduled and completed, ACNM will charge NM-LTAP, and NM-LTAP will then invoice you for the course fees. This invoice will be equal to or less than the initial quote provided, unless more attendees participate in the training than were originally quoted.

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