PaTTAN supports the efforts and initiatives of the Bureau of Special Education, Pennsylvania Department of Education, and works to build the capacity of local educational agencies to serve students who receive special education services. PaTTAN provides a full array of professional development and technical assistance targeted to improving student results by providing systematic, results-oriented training and technical assistance through partnering with intermediate units and other public school entities. PaTTAN’s training centers, meeting facilities, and support services enable clients to participate in professional development opportunities locally and statewide.