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Specialist High Skills Major

Mr. Sun

Ms. Coda

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What is a Specialist High Skills Major?

  • Ministry-approved and funded focus program for Grade 11 and 12 students
  • Helps students identify and explore their career goals and make informed choices about their next steps after secondary school
  • Caters to the 4 pathways
  • Health & Wellness SHSM

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Components of the �SHSM Program

Bundle of Courses

Experiential Learning

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Career Exploration

Reach Ahead

Experiences

Certifications

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Training

2 credit

Co-op

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Experiential Learning and Career Exploration

Students participate in activities that provide opportunities to explore and reflect on a variety of experiences and careers:

  • Hospital Co-Op placement
  • Career Fairs and Seminars
  • Job Shadow Days
  • Athletic Injuries Clinic
  • MLSE Career Forum
  • Reach ahead opportunities at various Post-secondary institutions

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Education on Air

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Recognition of Requirements

Students who complete the requirements for the OSSD and the SHSM will receive an OSSD with the SHSM seal.

Students receive a SHSM Record which documents their achievement of the required components of the SHSM

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KEY BENEFITS OF SHSM

  • Customize their secondary school education to suit their interests and talents
  • Earn valuable Industry Certifications and Career-relevant training: Standard First aid, CPR, WHMIS
  • Network with potential employers
  • Resume Building

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