Explore in-demand and high-impact NHI training opportunities, carefully selected to support transportation professionals in building a safer, smarter, and more resilient infrastructure. Start here to access top-tier instruction from national experts.

Advanced Work Zone Management and Design (2-day) (FHWA-NHI-133149) – Instructor-Led Training

This advanced-level course provides a focused overview of safety and design practices. Participants will learn to analyze safety/mobility impacts, develop effective traffic control plans, and apply management strategies to support efficient work zone operations.

Exclusive Free Training Offer

This training is provided at no cost to State Departments of Transportation, Local Technical Assistance Program (LTAP), and Tribal Technical Assistance Program (TTAP) Centers. Eligible organizations can host one free session of this advanced 2-day training thanks to FHWA’s nationwide investment of $500,000.  

Note: Participation in free sessions is managed through affiliation-based registration to ensure eligibility requirements are met.

**All other organizations may host the training in accordance with the National Highway Institute’s established fee schedule.

How to Participate

• View Course Details: Search for course 133149 in the NHI Course Catalog.
• Request to Host: Host requests for the free session opened May 1, 2026. For instructions on the hosting process, visit the NHI Host Guide.
• Inquiries: To request your organization's free session, please contact NHICustomerService@dot.gov. Learners are encouraged to keep an eye on NHI’s Course Catalog to see when seats become available.  

Note: Advanced (Prior work zone experience recommended). | Length: 2 days

Search the course code 133149 in NHI’s Blackboard and register today! 

Instructor Development Course (FHWA-NHI-420018) – Instructor-Led Training

The redesigned Instructor Development Course (IDC) updates current, and prepares prospective, National Highway Institute instructors to deliver effective, learner-centered training using pre-developed instructional materials. Focused on Adult Learning Principles, the course builds the instructional competencies necessary to meet the various needs of adult learners in professional training environments.

Course participants will develop and demonstrate core training competencies through applied practice, culminating in the delivery of a 15-minute instructional segment that integrates key adult learning strategies. Designed for instructors facilitating in-person Instructor-Led Training (ILT), this course equips instructors with proven, evidence-based tools that boost training efficiency, enhance lesson effectiveness, and ensure real-world applicability in instruction.

Note: Pre-course preparation required. | CEUs: 2.0 | Length: 3 days

Search the course code 420018 in NHI’s Blackboard and register today!

Introduction to Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges (FHWA-NHI-130101) – Web-Based Training         

Ready to build a strong foundation in one of the most vital areas of infrastructure safety? This self-paced training is your gateway into the exciting and essential field of bridge inspection. Designed for those new to the discipline or seeking to be recertified, this course introduces the core concepts of bridge functions, inspection practices, and key terminology used by industry professionals. By completing this comprehensive training, you’ll gain the knowledge and confidence needed to take on advanced, hands-on courses in bridge documentation, structural assessment, rating, and field inspection. Successfully completing 130101 or 130101A Prerequisite Assessment for Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges fulfills the prerequisite requirement for more in-depth training opportunities, including:

• 130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges
• 130056 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges for Professional Engineers 
• 130110 Tunnel Safety Inspection.

Search the course code 130101 in NHI’s Blackboard and register today! 

Underwater Bridge Inspection (FHWA-NHI-130091) – Instructor-Led Training 

Be ready to inspect what others can’t see. This 4-day course fulfills the training requirement towards qualifying as an Underwater Bridge Inspection Diver. With real-world applications and expert instruction, gain essential knowledge in underwater defect identification, inspection planning, site safety, and data documentation.

Note: Seats are limited (up to 30 participants). | CEUs: 2.4 | Length: 4 days 

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Tunnel Safety Inspection (FHWA-NHI-130110) – Instructor-Led Training 

Step into the future of tunnel inspection with this interactive training built on the latest National Tunnel Inspection Standards; Tunnel Operations, Maintenance, Inspection, and Evaluation (TOMIE) Manual; and Manual Specifications for the National Tunnel Inventory. Participants will explore inspection strategies across structural, mechanical, electrical, and fire/life safety elements—developing the skills to evaluate tunnel conditions and ensure safe operations across complex infrastructure systems.

Note: Seats are limited (up to 30 participants). Prerequisite required. | CEUs: 3.4 | Length: 5 days 

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