Welcome to Training Center Petaluma
Nestled in the scenic farmland hills of Northern California is the future of the Coast Guard.
The Coast Guard Training Center (TRACEN) Petaluma is much more than the sum of its schools. It's a small town whose residents share a commitment to mission, respect, innovation, and a focus on personal development.
Our graduates are the proud new Chiefs, cooks, medics, storekeepers, yeomen, as well as information technology, electronics, and operations specialists of the U. S. Coast Guard. We offer them the latest equipment and training technology in a peaceful yet professional setting. We have grown to meet real Coast Guard needs, and are poised to expand further with impressive new facilities and enthusiasm. Welcome aboard!
The TRACEN was formerly an Army Communications Station in WWII where secret codes were deciphered. The base has a great history of military service from 1942 to today.
Thank you for visiting our Web site. Here you can learn about our training programs, how to report, and the services and support available to students, new residents, and the Coast Guard family.
We hope you find what you're looking for. Please do not hesitate to contact us with questions or feedback.