What are they?
Specialist High Skills Majors let students focus on a career path that matches their skills and interests while meeting the requirements of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). Students receive the SHSM seal on their diploma when they:
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complete a specific bundle of 8-10 courses in the student's selected field
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earn valuable industry certifications including first aid and CPR qualifications
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gain important skills on the job with employers.
Who are they for?
Grade 11 and 12 students who are:
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heading for apprenticeship training, college, university or the workplace
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wanting to identify, explore and refine their career goals and make informed choices about their next steps after secondary school.
How can they help?
Students have the opportunity to:
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gain important skills on the job with actual employers, at skills training centres and at school
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earn valuable industry certifications, including first aid and CPR qualifications.
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Ms. Tennent (Arts & Culture)
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Mr. Wright (Health & Wellness)
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Mr. Nevin (co-ordinator
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