NHI teaches the standards. BridgeBoard teaches the job. Online courses built by bridge engineers, for bridge engineers — covering the field skills, decision-making, and best practices that formal training leaves out.
NHI courses are excellent — but they're capped at 30 seats, cost thousands in travel, and have months-long waitlists. Meanwhile, the inspector shortage grows every year.
Each track delivers practical, field-ready knowledge you won't find in textbooks or standard courses. Sign up below to get notified when your track launches.
Practical field knowledge that NHI doesn't cover. The day-to-day skills that separate good inspectors from great ones.
Best practices in bridge design that are learned on the job — bridging the gap between academia and professional practice.
Program management best practices — interpreting inspection data, prioritizing work, and running a bridge program that serves the public.
Whether you're a new inspector hitting the field for the first time or a DOT program manager running a statewide bridge inventory — there's a track for you.
Get field-ready faster with practical skills that supplement your NHI training. Learn the day-to-day practices experienced inspectors wish they knew on day one.
Scale your inspector training without NHI waitlists. Onboard new hires faster and standardize field practices across your entire inspection team.
Quick-reference materials and training for agencies that own bridges but don't have dedicated bridge engineering staff. Know what to look for and when to call for help.
Standardize onboarding for new field staff. Institutional licenses let you train your entire team with consistent, high-quality content — no travel required.
Bridge the gap between your engineering degree and actual design practice. Learn the workflow, standards application, and QC processes that firms expect.
Accessible, affordable training for tribal-owned bridge programs. Compliant with NBIS requirements and designed for teams with limited access to NHI courses.
A fraction of the cost of NHI courses, with zero travel expenses. Volume pricing for DOTs, agencies, and firms.
Full access to one training track with all modules and field materials.
Volume pricing for DOTs, counties, and firms training multiple engineers.
Enterprise licensing for state DOTs and large organizations. Unlimited access for your entire team.
No travel. No waitlists. Just practical training you can start today and apply tomorrow.
Select the training path that matches your role — inspector, designer, or management engineer.
Complete ~1 hour online modules with real-world scenarios, practical examples, and downloadable field materials.
Use your quick-reference sheets and field guides on the job. Get a certificate of completion for your records.
No. BridgeBoard is a supplement to NHI, not a replacement. NHI teaches the federal standards and theory — BridgeBoard teaches the practical, on-the-job skills that NHI doesn't cover. Think of it as: NHI gives you the "what," BridgeBoard teaches you the "how" and "why."
Not yet — but we're working toward it. The 2022 NBIS revision (23 CFR 650.309) explicitly allows state-approved non-NHI training. We're pursuing approval in multiple states. In the meantime, BridgeBoard content is fully aligned with NBIS requirements and serves as excellent supplementary training.
Each track includes online modules (~1 hour each), downloadable field reference guides, quick-reference sheets for use in the field, and a certificate of completion. Inspector training also includes materials specifically designed for local bridge owners.
Absolutely. We offer volume pricing for teams of 5+ and institutional licenses with unlimited seats for state DOTs and large organizations. You'll get a team dashboard to track progress and compliance documentation support.
The Bridge Inspector track is launching first. Join the waitlist to be the first to know when it's available and to get early-access pricing. Designer and Management Engineer tracks will follow in 2027–2028.
BridgeBoard is built by experienced bridge engineers who have spent years in the field and in state DOT bridge programs. We know the gaps because we've lived them. Every module is grounded in real-world practice, not just textbook theory.
Yes. The Inspector track includes quick-reference materials specifically designed for local bridge owners — counties, municipalities, and agencies that own bridges but may not have dedicated bridge engineering staff. These materials help you understand inspection findings, know when to escalate, and manage your bridge assets effectively.
Join the waitlist for early access and launch pricing. Be the first to know when your training track goes live.