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School Name and Address

Contact for more information

A Professional Gaming Institute
227 Main Avenue South
Renton, WA 98057
Main telephone 425.235.5655
Website http://www.letitrideparties.com/dealer-training/ (external link)

General Information

General information

Public or private Private
Type of school Vocational school that provides training and certification in casino game dealing.
Degrees offered Certificate
School accreditation Approved by the Washington State Gambling Commission and licensed by the Washington State Workforce Training and Education Coordinating Board.
Specialized licensure Washington State Gambling Commission; Washington State Workforce Training and Education Board
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act eligible training provider Yes

School setting

Setting Suburban (within commuting distance of a large city)
Closest major metropolitan area Renton
Population of city the school is in 60,290
Public transportation to campus King County Metro bus
Student parking on campus Free parking
County King

School visits

School visit availability Monday - Thursday; 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Contact to set up school visit Cory Thompson; 425.235.5655

Additional information

The school is open year round. Most programs average six to eight weeks in length and are structured so students can complete them at their own pace and on their own schedule.

Student Body

Enrollment

Total number of students 100
Average class size is five students. Annual enrollment is about 100 students.

Costs

Program costs

Tuition is $800 for Roulette Dealer Training and $1,250 each for the Pit Dealer Training, Poker Dealer Training, and Floor Supervisor Training programs. Tuition is $1,500 for Craps Dealer Training. Poker dealers are required to purchase a handbook for $20.

Tuition rates vary by

Academic program/major
Degree level (e.g., certificate, associate, bachelor's)

Tuition refund policy

Follows Washington State requirements as detailed in http://apps.leg.wa.gov/WAC/default.aspx?cite=490-105-130 (external link)
Contact the school for more information.

Tuition payment plans available

Deferment plan (you can pay part of your tuition at the start of the term and the rest at the end of the term)
Installment plan (you can pay tuition in several payments over the course of the term)
Pre-payment plan (if you pay your entire tuition when you enroll, you don't have to pay higher prices if tuition increases)
Tuition guarantee (you aren't affected by tuition increases; the tuition you pay your first year is the amount you pay all years)
Contact the school for information on payment plans.

Financial Aid

Contact for counseling or more information

Cory Thompson
President
425.235.5655

Financial aid programs at this school

Loans
State loans
Need-based scholarships and grants
State-sponsored scholarships and grants
Student employment
Work study
We allow our students to work casino parties for pay to gain experience.

Admissions

Contact for more information

Cory Thompson
President
425.235.5655

Education required for admission

High school education High school diploma or equivalent not required.

Application dates 

Admission is available Every Monday or Tuesday

Application requirements

Application fee None
Submit these items:
Application Required for all students
Interview Required for all students

Exams

Those who lack a high school diploma or GED are required to take an admissions test and pass with a minimum score of 90 percent.

Other admissions information

Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. Prospective students must also be able to see and identify playing cards at a distance of up to three feet.

Academics

Degrees offered

Pre-licensing training
Certificate or diploma

Graduation requirements

Able to pass an audition

Attendance options

Days
Full time
Part time
Short-term courses
Summer school

Student Services

Academic services for all students

Academic advising
Tutoring

Other services for all students

Basic job skills
Placement testing
Student lounge

Career Services

Career services offered

Alumni networking and mentoring
Career counseling
Career interest testing
Job interview preparation
On campus recruitment by employers
Placement assistance
Résumé referral to employers
Assistance with completing job applications and referrals to possible employers

Educational programs

List programs by [ title | cluster ]

  • Gaming Programs
    • Craps Dealer Training [Certificate]
    • Floor Supervisor Training [Certificate]
    • Pit Dealer Training [Certificate]
    • Poker Dealer Training [Certificate]
    • Roulette Dealer Training [Certificate]
  • Workforce Training and WIOA Eligible Training Programs
    • Craps Dealer Training [Certificate]
    • Floor Supervisor Training [Certificate]
    • Pit Dealer Training [Certificate]
    • Poker Dealer Training [Certificate]
    • Roulette Dealer Training [Certificate]