With the recent passage of Amendment 50, the Colorado gaming industry is bracing for the upcoming boom in higher-stakes gaming. There will be a high demand for dealers to work in the local casinos in Cripple Creek and other Colorado gaming towns.

The PPCC Division of Economic & Workforce Development is offering a series of hands-on classes in a mock casino setting, that will prepare students for employment as a dealer in Blackjack, Craps, and Roulette. The first courses begin March 16.

Casino Dealer Training Open House
Saturday, February 28 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Centennial Campus, room C-102
Call 502-3452 for more details

Casino dealers can often earn more than $45,000 a year including tips. Wages will vary depending on the individual, work locations, and skill. Careers in the gaming industry offer many benefits, such as flexible work hours, health coverage, vacation time, and career advancement opportunities. Full time or part time work is available, as well as seasonal employment. Many casinos even offer retirement plans.

Classes will be held March 16 through June 19 at Centennial Campus. Each class is 4 hours long and meets either morning, afternoon, or evening.
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–12 noon, 1 p.m.–5 p.m., 6 p.m.–10 p.m.
Saturday, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. for practice and make-up time

Blackjack Dealer Training, $500
Craps Dealer Training, $900
Roulette Dealer Training,  $650
There is a special discount for combination courses – take any two classes, and save $200. Financial tuition assistance may be available.

To find out more, call Jerry Fritz, director of Economic & Workforce Development, at 719-502-3452.