Getting Started

Getting ready to take an online course involves more than just signing up! Let’s take a look at other tasks you’ll want to do before your course begins.

By the end of this module, you will be able to answer the following frequently-asked questions about online learning:

  • Enrollment: Must I apply to Black Hawk College before signing up for an online course?
  • Technical Requirements
    • What software and equipment will I need to take an online course?
    • Is my computer ready to take online classes?
  • Accessing the Online Course
    • What is myBlackHawk and why do I need to access it first?
    • How and when do I log into my online course?
    • Will I need textbooks for my online course?