Transportation SHSM
Now in its ninth year, the Transportation (Automotive) SHSM at Port Perry High School is very proud of its dozens and dozens of graduates who have moved on to a career in the 'motive trades.' Students who have completed this program are now enjoying life long, satisfying and very well paid positions in careers such as Automotive Technician, Heavy Truck/Coach Technician, Heavy Equipment Technician, Auto Body/Paint Technician, Small Engine Technician, Aircraft Technician, Elevator and Lift Technician, Automotive Detailer, Heavy Equipment Operator and other related trades. We are extremely proud of our graduates who remain in the GTA, work across the province and those who have taken their skills and now enjoy working and living across Canada.
Thanks to the funding from the Ministry of Education, students who partake in this two year program are far better prepared as they earn Certifications in WHMIS, CPR/First Aid, Automotive Health and Safety (Basic), Safe Hoisting Techniques, as well as Lockout/Tagout Certification. Senior Auto Classes ('Majors'), as well as a two or four period Co-Op experience linked to the Transportation Sector, better prepares a future Tradesperson for their chosen careers and makes them a far, far better applicant for any Apprenticeship position. Speaking of Apprenticeships, this program couples perfectly with the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (check out this link: www.oyap.com/splash/) meaning that an SHSM student can start his/her apprenticeship in their Grade Twelve year and get credits for doing it!!!
In addition to sector recognized, specialized training and the linked Co-Op opportunity, students will also take part in exciting and inspiring 'Reach-Ahead' activities which further enhance the student experience in this program. Students visit places such as: the Toyota plant in Oakville; the Tesla Dealership in Yorkdale; Nurse Cadillac in Oshawa; the Durham Skills Training Centre; the Fleming Skilled Trades Facility; the Fleming Heavy Equipment Facility; the Centennial College Motive Trades Facility and many more.
For more information, see your Auto Instructor or Guidance Counsellor!