Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) Program
Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) Program
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HEALTH & WELLNESS
HEALTH & WELLNESS
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ARTS & CULTURE
ARTS & CULTURE
The Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) is a specialized program that allows students to gain credits toward their Ontario Secondary School Diploma and focus their learning on a specific economic sector at the same time. The SHSM is a Ministry of Education approved program.
The Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) is a specialized program that allows students to gain credits toward their Ontario Secondary School Diploma and focus their learning on a specific economic sector at the same time. The SHSM is a Ministry of Education approved program.
Students receive the SHSM seal on their diploma when they:
complete a specific bundle of 8-10 courses in the student's selected field
earn industry certifications like first aid and CPR qualifications
gain important skills on the job through cooperative education placements
SHSMs at SJMP are available in the following 2 sectors:
Arts and Culture
Health and Wellness
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Students can apply to join the SHSM Program at the end of their Grade 10 year.Â