SHSM - Speciality High Skills Major
Students focus on a career path that matches their skills, interests and talents while earning their Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). Students receive
- Diploma with "Specialist" Designation
- Relevant skill development through Experiential Learning
- Industry Recognized Certifications
- Innovation, Creativity, Entrepreneurship Opportunities
Learn more about SHSM.
A SHSM program is a focus program. Students can focus on a career path that matches their skills, interests and talents while earning their Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with a “Specialist” Designation. Students benefit from getting many certifications and participating in PBL (Project In OCDSB we have over 20 SHSM (focus) programs at 26 High Schools across the city.
Important Links
OCDSB SHSM Programs and Information
Ministry of Education SHSM webpage
SHSM - OCDSB Supplementary Option Sheet
Social Justice - Local and Global
Ottawa is the heart of Canada’s non-profit sector. The Social Justice: Non-Profit SHSM combines classwork with experiential learning in areas such as health, social development, arts, sports and recreation, and the environment. Students in the non-profit sector are committed to making a difference and will develop their skills in leading organizations of the future.
