Specialist High Skills Majors let students focus on a career path that matches their skills and interests while meeting the requirements of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). Students complete a bundle of courses and gain valuable work experience through Co-op. SHSM programs lead to all post-secondary pathways – university, college, apprenticeship, and the workplace.
Why consider SHSM?
This program enables students to:
Customize their secondary school education to suit their interests and skills
Complete sector recognized certifications to build their résumé
Prepare for post-secondary opportunities
Explore and refine their career goals
Earn the SHSM Red Seal designation on their OSSD
Stouffville District HS offers SHSMs in:
How to Apply
Students interested in careers in Health and Wellness and/or Business should speak to Guidance or Co-Op about our two SHSM programs. The program starts in grade 11.