Academics
Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM)
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.
At St. John Paul II Catholic Secondary School, we offer SHSM programs in:
Resources
Students are encouraged to review the following resources:
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