Become a Casino Dealer
ANC Dealer School — Professional Blackjack Academy
Start your path toward a career in the casino industry with hands-on table
games training designed for real-world auditions and entry-level opportunities.
Start your path toward a career in the casino industry with hands-on table games training designed for real-world auditions and entry-level opportunities.
Now Enrolling — First Class Starting July 11th
Hands-On Training. Industry-Ready Skills.
The ANC Dealer School at Apache Nugget Casino offers focused, professional blackjack dealer training built for people who want to develop practical skills and become audition-ready in a real casino environment. Whether you’re starting a new career, looking to sharpen your gaming knowledge, or exploring opportunities in the table games industry, this program is designed for you.
Our Professional Blackjack Academy covers every fundamental you need including game procedures, chip handling, and payouts to table etiquette, customer service, and game protection. All instruction is taught and overseen by a veteran table games professional with more than 30 years of casino industry experience.
Classes are held on weekends to accommodate working adults, students, and community members. Students who complete the course receive a Certificate of Completion and graduate with the confidence to walk into a dealer audition prepared.
What Sets This Program Apart
Hands-On Dealer Training
Learn dealing mechanics, proper chip handling, payout accuracy, and table management through live, hands-on practice sessions — not just lectures.
Professional Blackjack Academy
Master blackjack rules, house procedures, check-drop cutting, sizing into bets, and professional-grade dealing techniques used in real casino environments.
30+ Year Industry Instructor
All courses are taught and overseen by an experienced table games professional with over three decades of industry knowledge and training expertise.
Certificate of Completion
Graduates receive an official Certificate of Completion documenting their coursework and the games covered — a credential for auditions and applications.
Audition Preparation
Mock dealer auditions and live practice sessions prepare you for real auditions with confidence, proper technique, and professional composure.
Weekend Schedule
Classes meet on weekends, making the program accessible if you work weekdays, attend school, or have other weekday commitments.
What You’ll Learn in the Blackjack Course
The curriculum is designed to take you from the basics to audition-ready. Each topic builds on the last, giving you a complete foundation in professional blackjack dealing.
- Blackjack game rules, house procedures, and equipment terminology
- Proper dealing mechanics, card placement, and hand positioning
- Chip handling, check-drop cutting, sizing into bets, and accurate payouts
- Table game etiquette and professional conduct standards
- Guest interaction, customer service, and communication at the table
- Game protection, procedural awareness, and error prevention
- Written examination covering rules, procedures, and game knowledge
- Practical dealing exam requiring a minimum 80% passing score
- Mock dealer auditions and live practice in a professional training environment
Course Details & Requirements
Course at a Glance
- 6–8 week blackjack dealer training course
- 60–80 total instructional hours
- Weekend class schedule
- 10–14 students per class
- $750 tuition — all materials included
- Written and practical dealing exams
- Certificate of Completion upon graduation
- Audition preparation and mock auditions
Who Can Enroll
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- Valid identification required
- Ready to commit to consistent class attendance
- Interested in learning professional dealer fundamentals
- No prior dealing experience required
Common Questions About Dealer School
How long is the blackjack dealer training course?
The course runs 6 to 8 weeks with 60–80 total instructional hours. The exact timeframe depends on individual learning curves and class pace. All classes are held on weekends.
What are the enrollment requirements?
You must be at least 21 years of age, provide valid identification, and be ready to commit to consistent class attendance and participation. No prior casino or dealing experience is needed.
Does completing the program guarantee employment?
Completion of the ANC Dealer School does not guarantee employment. However, students who successfully complete the course may be considered for dealer auditions and entry-level casino opportunities based on their performance, professionalism, and current staffing needs.
What will I learn in the course?
The curriculum covers blackjack rules and house procedures, dealing mechanics, chip handling and payout accuracy, table etiquette, customer service fundamentals, game protection, and audition preparation with mock dealing sessions.
How much does tuition cost?
Tuition for the Professional Blackjack Academy is $750. This covers all instructional hours, training materials, testing, audition preparation, and your Certificate of Completion.
How many students are in each class?
Class sizes are capped at 10–14 students to ensure personalized instruction and ample hands-on practice time. Space is limited, so early registration is recommended.
Limited Space Available Register Today
Don’t miss your chance to start a career in the casino industry. The first class begins July 11th and enrollment is capped.
Completion of the ANC Dealer School training program does not guarantee employment. Casino hiring remains subject to all applicable requirements,
background checks, and staffing needs. Apache Nugget Casino reserves the right to modify program details, scheduling, and enrollment at its discretion.
