Leisure

You can get into this job through:

• a college course
• applying directly
• a specialist course run by a private training provider

College

You could do a Level 2 Diploma in Gambling Operations. This can teach you some of the skills and knowledge you need for this job.

Entry requirements

You'll usually need:

• 2 or more GCSEs at grades 9 to 3 (A* to D), or equivalent, for a level 2 course

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Direct application

You can apply to a casino company for a job as a trainee croupier, where you'll receive on-the-job training.

There are no formal requirements, but it will help if you have at least 3 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), including English and maths. Experience in customer service and handling money will also be useful.

At your interview you may have to pass a maths test to check that you can do mental calculations, along with a test of your manual dexterity.

When you finish your training your employer will apply for your licence.

You may also be able to complete a Level 2 (NVQ) Diploma in Gambling Operations while working.

Other routes

If you search online you can find private training providers who offer croupier training courses. Be sure to do your research to make sure the training is right for you.

Requirements and restrictions

You'll need to:

• You'll need to hold a personal functional licence (PFL) from the Gambling Commission.
• be over 18 years of age
• pass background checks

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Further information

You can find out more about becoming a croupier from the Hospitality Guild.

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With experience you could progress to inspector or pit boss, and then on to manager.

You could also work on a cruise ship or overseas.