To train individuals for the gaming industry, Southwestern Community College will offer the course Introduction to the Gaming Industry in the college's spring schedule lineup.

"This course was designed in cooperation with management personnel at Harrah's in Cherokee. It's one of several that will lead to a certificate in gaming management at SCC for those who want to work in a casino. This is also a course of interest to people who just want to know what actually goes on in a casino," said Thom Brooks, SCC dean of career technologies.

Introduction to the Gaming Industry will be offered on Monday evenings from 6 to 8:30 p.m. in the ITV rooms on the Jackson, Macon and Swain campuses. This course provides a basic understanding of the gaming industry through review and analysis of the industry's history, growth, and future development. Topics for this class include economics and profitability, casino and hotel interface, organizational operational structure, legal issues, demographics, labor force issues, and career opportunities.

For more information, contact Wanda Morris at 586.4091 or 800.447.4091, ext. 342 until Dec. 14. Registration for spring semester is Jan. 5 from 8 am to 6 pm. Interested students should begin an application process as soon as possible. For application or registration information, call admissions at 586.4091, ext. 352.

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