Did you know.. WNSS has 11 SHSMs! Check them out below.

What is SHSM?

• SHSM stands for Specialist High Skills Major which is an Ontario Ministry of Education sponsored program that allows students to focus their learning on a specific economic sector.

What does an SHSM do?

• An SHSM program enables students to gain sector-specific skills and knowledge in the context of engaging, career-related learning environments and helps them focus on graduation and on pursuing their postsecondary goals.
• Students who complete all program requirements will receive a Red Seal on their diploma at graduation.

How do I sign-up?

• Visit Guidance to discuss SHSM options and pick up a registration form.

Program Requirements:

• Students need to attain a minimum of four credits at the grade eleven and/or twelve within their area of specialization. This is referred to as a credit "bundle".
• In addition to their bundle, students will gain six certifications provided by the school, and will complete two Co-op credits alongside the regular requirements for the OSSD.
• Students are also given opportunities to gain reach ahead and experiential learning within the sector.
• WNSS course pathway charts related to each sector can be found under links on the right.

Where can I find more information?

• Click on the links to the left for sector-specific information.
• Visit the WNSS SHSM page and the Ontario SHSM website.

Click the links below for sector-specific information

Available SHSM Programs at WNSS:

• Agriculture


• Arts & Culture


• Construction


• Food Processing


• Health & Wellness


• Horticulture & Landscaping


• Hospitality & Tourism


• Information & Communication Technology


• Manufacturing


• Education Non-Profit


• Sports