The Basics

The Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) is a specialized high school program in Ontario that allows students to earn their Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) while focusing on a specific economic sector. Students register in Grade 10 to participate in their Grade 11 & 12 years of secondary school. 

Students complete a bundle of 8-10 courses in their chosen field, earn industry certifications like first aid and CPR, and gain practical experience through cooperative education placements. Upon completion, students receive a diploma with an SHSM seal, a detailed SHSM record, and formal recognition on their Ontario Student Transcript. 

The following programs are available within TVDSB:

• Aerospace and Aviation

• Agriculture 

• Arts and Culture 

• Business

• Construction

• Environment

• Health and Wellness

• Horticulture and Landscaping

• Hospitality and Tourism

• Information and Communications Technology

• Justice, Community Safety, and Emergency Services

• Manufacturing

• Sports

• Transportation 

Please check out this link for more information on each program, as well as what schools they are offered at. If you are at all interested in a program that is outside of your area, please reach out to Mr. Choja about applying to that school as an Out of Area student.