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What is the Specialist High Skills Major Program?
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's 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.
- (From the Ministry of Education website)
- To learn more, check it out at http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/morestudentsuccess/SHSM.asp.
- SHSM fact sheet - Ministry Of Education Website
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