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Explore a career pathway and gain free access to in demand certifications and skills training.

We offer Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) Programs in:

• Health and Wellness

• Non-Profit, Education and Child Care

• Tech Design/Construction.

Certifications include CPR/First Aid, WHMIS, Conflict Resolution, Team Building, Public Speaking, Leadership, Fall Protection, Health and Safety and more.

• Take courses in your area of interest, making connections between course work and career goals.

• Complete on the job training through a co-op placement.

• Gain sector-recognized certification and career-relevant training.

• Attend workshops and hear from career mentors.

• Access opportunities for SHSM Financial Awards at select universities and colleges.

• Develop a portfolio which can be used when applying to apprenticeship, college, university and workplace opportunities.

• Tour workplaces, university and college campuses.

Register on My Blueprint in the SHSM planner and stay tuned for upcoming registration sessions in March.

Students are encouraged to review the following resources:

• Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB) SHSM webpage

• Ministry of Education SHSM website

• Why Enroll in SHSM

• SHSM Explainer Video

• SHSM Overview Video

• Video Overview of SHSM Programs: Arts and Culture | Business | Construction | Environment | Health and Wellness | Hospitality and Tourism | Information and Communications Technology (ICT) | Justice, Community Safety and Emergency Services | Non-Profit, Education and Child Care | Sports | Transportation