Programs

Do you have a passion for Art? Would you like to learn more about careers, such as artist, architect, cartoonist, fashion designer, graphic designer, medical illustrator, photographer, set designer and more? The Art and Culture SHSM program is for you!

Required courses

In the Arts and Culture SHSM, you are required to take four major credits that provide sector-specific knowledge and skills. The four courses must include at least one Grade 11 and one Grade 12 credit.

You will also need two other required credits, one of which is english and the other a choice of business or Canadian world studies.

And finally, you will need two cooperative education credits in an art related field.

For more information on which courses are available at HHS, refer to the Course Options.

Certifications and training

In addition to the required courses, you will complete six sector specific certifications and training. Three of these certifications are compulsory and include First Aid, CPR, and WHMIS. The other three certifications will be organized by the Guidance Department and can include options like audition preparation, customer service, working at heights, and more!

Experiential Learning

In addition to your major credits and certifications, you will also gain experience through your cooperative education course and other Reach Ahead and Experience Learning activities like trips and art shows. For more information about the Art SHSM program requirements you can check out the Ministry of Education website. You can also contact one of the school’s art SHSM leads. Contact the Guidance Department for contact details.

Do you love working with your hands and building thing? Would you like to learn more about careers such as architect, brick and stone mason, carpenter, civil engineers, electrician, heavy equipment operator, plumber, powerline technician, refrigeration and air conditioning systems mechanic, roofer and more? The Construction SHSM program is for you!

Required courses

In the Construction SHSM, you are required to take four major credits that provide sector-specific knowledge and skills. The four courses must include at least one Grade 11 and one Grade 12 credit.

You will also need need four other credits. For the apprenticeship training, college, and university pathways, the other four credits include: one in english, two in mathematics (one credit must be in Grade 12), and one in science or business studies.

For the workplace pathway, the other four credits include: two in english (one credit must be in Grade 12), one in mathematics, and one in science or business studies.

And finally, you will need two cooperative education credits in a construction related field.

For more information on which courses are available at HHS, refer to the Course Options.

Certifications and training

In addition to the required courses, you will complete six sector specific certifications and training. Three of these certifications are compulsory and include First Aid, CPR, and WHMIS. The other three certifications will be organized by the school’s Guidance Department. They can include options like Working at Heights and more!

Experiential Learning

In addition to your major credits and certifications, you will also gain experience through your cooperative education course and other Reach Ahead and Experience Learning activities like skills competitions and trade shows. For more information about the Construction SHSM program requirements you can check out the Ministry of Education website. You can also contact the school’s Guidance Department.

Do you have a passion for health, fitness, and helping others? Would you like to learn more about careers such as chiropractor, dentist, early childhood educator, massage therapist, nurse, pharmacist, phsyician, physiotherapist, and more? The Health and Wellness SHSM program is for you!

Required courses

In the Health and Wellness SHSM, you are required to take four major credits that provide sector-specific knowledge and skills. The four courses must include at least one Grade 11 and one Grade 12 credit.

You will also need need three other credits. For the workplace, apprenticeship training, college, and university pathways, the other four credits include: one in english, one in mathematics, and one in science or social studies and humanities.

And finally, you will need two cooperative education credits in a health and wellness related field.

For more information on which courses are available at HHS, refer to the Course Options.

Certifications and training

In addition to the required courses, you will complete seven sector specific certifications and training. Four of these certifications are compulsory and include First Aid, CPR, Infection Control, and WHMIS. The other three certifications will be organized by the school’s Guidance Department. They can include options like taping for athletic injuries, SafeTalk, medical terminology, leadership, group dynamics, communication skills, NCCP coaching certifications, making headway concussion awareness, and more!

Experiential Learning

In addition to your major credits and certifications, you will also gain experience through your cooperative education course and other Reach Ahead and Experience Learning activities like TreeTop Trekking, U of Waterloo Kinesiology Lab Days, Nipissing U anatomy and biomechanics labs, MLSE presentation and career exploration, paramedic presentation, massage therapy, chiropractic and acupuncture presentations and demonstrations. For more information about the Health and Wellness SHSM program requirements you can check out the Ministry of Education website. You can also contact the school’s Guidance Department.

Do you have a passion for cooking, hospitality, and tourism? Would you like to learn more about careers such as baker, chef, dietitian, event planner, food and beverage, nutritionist, and more? The Hospitality and Tourism SHSM program is for you!

Required courses

In the Hospitality and Tourism SHSM, you are required to take four major credits that provide sector-specific knowledge and skills. The four courses must include at least one Grade 11 and one Grade 12 credit.

You will also need need three other credits. For the workplace, apprenticeship training, college, and university pathways, the other four credits include: one in english, one in mathematics, and one in science or business studies.

And finally, you will need two cooperative education credits in a hospitality and tourism related field.

For more information on which courses are available at HHS, refer to the Course Options.

Certifications and training

In addition to the required courses, you will complete six sector specific certifications and training. Four of these certifications are compulsory and include First Aid, CPR, Customer Service, and WHMIS. The other three certifications will be organized by the Guidance Department. They can include options like Fire Safety and Fire Extinguisher use, Food Handler Certification, Smart Serve, and more!

Experiential Learning

In addition to your major credits and certifications, you will also gain experience through your cooperative education course and other Reach Ahead and Experience Learning activities like skills competitions and trade shows. For more information about the Hospitality and Tourism SHSM program requirements you can check out the Ministry of Education website. You can also contact the Guidance Department.

Do you have a passion for welding and manufacturing? Would you like to learn more about careers, such as foundry worker, industrial and manufacturing engineers, millwright, tool and die maker, welder, and more? The Manufacturing SHSM program is for you!

Required courses

In the Manufacturing SHSM, you are required to take four major credits that provide sector-specific knowledge and skills. The four courses must include at least one Grade 11 and one Grade 12 credit.

You will also need need three other credits. For the apprenticeship training, college, and university pathways, the other three credits include: one in english, two in mathematics (one credit must be in Grade 12), and one in science or an additional cooperative education credit (in addition to the 2 required).

For the workplace pathway, the other three credits include: two in english (one credit must be in Grade 12), and one in mathematics.

And finally, you will need two cooperative education credits in a manufacturing related field.

For more information on which courses are available at HHS, refer to the Course Options.

Certifications and training

In addition to the required courses, you will complete six sector specific certifications and training. Three of these certifications are compulsory and include First Aid, CPR, and WHMIS. The other three certifications will be organized by the Guidance Department and can include Working At Heights, Hoisting and Rigging, and Confined Space Awareness. You will also have the opportunity to do a SMAW Flat Weld Test that gives you a weld ticket from the Canadian Welding Bureau.

Experiential Learning

In addition to your major credits and certifications, you will also gain experience through your cooperative education course and other Reach Ahead and Experience Learning activities like coaching on pipe and TIG welding, the Provincial Skills Canada Competition and Trade Show, a trip to Georgian College in Barrie and Midland, and more. For more information about the Manufacturing SHSM program requirements you can check out the Ministry of Education website. You can also contact the Guidance Department.

Do you have a passion for mechanics and working with engines? Would you like to learn more about careers such as auto body repairer, automotive engineer, automotive service technician, heavy duty equipment technician, small engine mechanic, and more? The Transportation SHSM program is for you!

Required courses

In the Transportation SHSM, you are required to take four major credits that provide sector-specific knowledge and skills. The four courses must include at least one Grade 11 and one Grade 12 credit.

You will also need need three other credits. For the workplace, apprenticeship training, college, and university pathways, the other three credits include: one in english, one in mathematics and one in science or business studies.

And finally, you will need two cooperative education credits in a transportation related field.

For more information on which courses are available at HHS, refer to the Course Options.

Certifications and training

In addition to the required courses, you will complete seven sector specific certifications and training. Four of these certifications are compulsory and include First Aid, CPR , Health and Safety – Basic, and WHMIS. The other three certifications will be organized by the Guidance Deparment. They can include options like Working at Heights, fire safety, fire extinguisher use, and more!

Experiential Learning

In addition to your major credits and certifications, you will also gain experience through your cooperative education course and other Reach Ahead and Experience Learning activities like skills competitions and trade shows. For more information about the Transportation SHSM program requirements you can check out the Ministry of Education website. You can also contact the Guidance Department.