SPecialty Programs
Why Brebeuf?
STEAM Program
STEAM at Brebeuf is an engaging program for students who want to gain expertise in valuable 21st Century skills through a specialized cohorted enriched curriculum in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math. Brebeuf’s STEAM program is designed to develop innovative thinking skills to prepare students to prosper in an ever-progressing, technologically complex modern economy. Through hands-on real-world learning experiences, students acquire transferable and high-demand skills that develop 21st Century competencies, such as critical thinking, collaboration, problem solving, and communication.
Criteria:
Questionnaire/Self-Reflection
Grade 7 Report Card (Term 1 & 2)
Grade 6 EQAO Assessment
CAT-4 Assessment (if applicable)
School Referral
Brebeuf Screening Test based on Grade 7 Curriculum
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SHSM Programs
The Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) is a specialized high school program that allows students to earn their Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) and focus their learning on a specific economic sector at the same time.
Students develop skills for their future careers, graduate high school with industry certifications and training and earn an SHSM seal on their high school diploma.
To complete an SHSM, students need to:
complete a specific bundle of 8-10 courses in the student’s selected field
earn industry certifications like first aid and CPR qualifications
gain on-the-job skills through cooperative education placements
When students complete an SHSM, they will get:
a high school diploma with an embossed SHSM seal
an SHSM record that has details of credit bundle, certifications, placements and other experiences
formal recognition on their Ontario Student Transcript
Brebeuf College offers the following SHSM programs, many of which lead to well-paying skilled trades careers: Arts & Culture, Health & Wellness, Business, Information & Communication Technology (ICT).