How to Create Your NHI Blackboard and Login.gov Accounts | NHI Training Access

Why It Matters

Following the exact account‑creation sequence guarantees secure, uninterrupted access to NHI’s training platform, preventing costly onboarding errors and ensuring compliance with federal authentication standards.

Key Takeaways

• Register on login.gov before creating NHI Blackboard account.
• Use same business email for both login.gov and Blackboard.
• Choose multi-factor authentication method during login.gov setup process.
• Select “No” for federal employee question on Blackboard form.
• Activate Blackboard via email link before accessing course catalog.

Summary

The video walks viewers through the step‑by‑step process of establishing a login.gov account and then an NHI Blackboard account, emphasizing the strict sequence required for successful enrollment in NHI courses. It targets both new and experienced users, promising to simplify navigation of Blackboard’s instructional tools.

Key instructions include registering with a business email on login.gov, selecting a preferred language, accepting the rules of use, and configuring multi‑factor authentication—typically via text or voice message. After confirming the email, users must immediately create a Blackboard account, answer “No” to the federal employee query, and reuse the identical email address to avoid synchronization errors. An activation email finalizes the Blackboard setup, after which learners can explore the NHI course catalog.

The narrator repeatedly warns, “Do not deviate from the following instructions, as your Blackboard account will not work properly,” underscoring the procedural rigidity. The tutorial also highlights practical details such as choosing the MFA method and the importance of monitoring the inbox for confirmation links.

By adhering to this workflow, users ensure secure, compliant access to NHI’s training resources, reducing onboarding delays and technical support tickets. The clear, ordered process supports efficient learning pathways for federal and contractor personnel alike.

Original Description

This instructional video provides step-by-step guidance on how to create both a Login.gov account and an NHI Blackboard account in the correct order. These accounts are required for learners to register for National Highway Institute (NHI) courses and access online training.

The video addresses common questions related to account setup and login procedures, helping transportation professionals quickly begin their NHI technical training experience. Learn more about NHI training opportunities: https://highways.dot.gov/nhi/home

Audio Description Version: https://youtu.be/k163ugxLWMU