College of Southern Nevada – Cheyenne Campus
Casino Dealer Academy
The casino management program at the College of Southern Nevada is an accredited program.
During your training you will learn the technical skills, follow game procedures, practice
customer service skills and game protection. You can learn how to deal additional games.
Upon successful completion, you will earn a certificate and will be eligible to audition as a
dealer at any casino in Nevada.
Completion of the course
Must pass competency skills 4 or 5 level proficiency and assessment exams with 80%.
What Courses do we offer?
• Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, Baccarat, Pai Gow, European Roulette or Specialty Games
Class Instruction
Morning, Afternoon and Evening courses available, seven days per week.
Registration
Register online at www.csn.com/dwed.
What are Common Criteria to be a Dealer?
• Be at least 21 years old.
• Must be able to acquire and maintain a valid license by the NV Gaming Control Board,
which includes a background check.
• Pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Must have basic math skills to calculate without assistance, manual dexterity, color
perception, and the ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must speak and communicate in English well.
• Must have the manual dexterity to deal.
• Must have good customer service skills.
• Flexibility to work weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
• Flexibility of schedule to work 9 – 10-hour shifts.
• Flexibility to workday shift, graveyard shift and evening shift
• Be trained in a minimum number of games (varies by casino)
• Knowledge of Blackjack and Roulette or Craps to get entry level-position.
• Successfully pass an audition
• Must pass the interview process.
• Be able to work in an environment with exposure to alcohol, cigarette and cigar smoke,
bright lights, and loud noises.