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OSSD Diploma Requirements 30 Credits 18 Compulsory 12 Optional 40 volunteer hours Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test (OSSLT/OLC 4O)

Compulsory Credits 4 English 1 Physical Education 3 Math 1 Geography 2 Science 1 History 1French 0.5 Careers 1 Arts 0.5 Civics Total – 15 credits

Credits to be Taken Grade 11 8 credits (1English,1Math, 6 others) At least 6 credits (1English, 5+ others)

Credit Types Grades 9 and 10 Grades 11 and 12 Locally Developed -------> Workplace Applied ----------------> College Academic --------------> University Open ------------------> Open ----------------------->Mixed

Specialized Programs Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) Hospitality and Tourism Manufacturing Co-operative Education Dual Credits

SHSM A ministry-approved specialized program allows grade 11 and 12​ students to focus their learning on a specific sector while meeting the requirements to graduate from ​secondary school

SHSM Benefits Develop specialized knowledge and skills Gain sector-recognized certification and career-relevant training Industry ‘reach-ahead experiences’ Specialized co-op placements

SHSM – Hospitality and Tourism A bundle of 9 credits across grades 11 and 12 1 English; 1 math; 4 hospitality and tourism, 2 co-op; 1 from science or business 6 industry recognized certifications and/or training courses (i.e. CPR, First Aid, Safe Food Handling) Experiential learning Reach ahead experiences

SHSM - Manufacturing A bundle of 9 credits across grades 11 and 12 1 English; 1 math; 1 science; a combination of 4 technology (manufacturing, robotics, engineering, computer science, tech design); 2 co-op 6 industry recognized certifications and/or training courses (i.e. CPR, First Aid, Safe Lifting, Personal Protective Equipment) Experiential learning Reach ahead experiences

Co-operative Education Experiential learning Pre-placement activities Health and safety training OYAP Accelerated OYAP

Dual Credits Partnerships with community colleges Students may be able to work towards their Level 1 apprenticeship curriculum Areas: ​Arts and Culture Health and Wellness Hospitality Social Sciences Skilled Trades Information Technology

Post-Secondary Destinations GAP year Workplace Apprenticeship (Skilled Trades) Programs College University

Gap Year Taking a year break from education Self discovery Work Volunteer Maturity and personal growth

Workplace Joining the workforce upon graduation High school preparation courses: Workplace CO-OP Cold marketing/the hidden job market (approx. 80% of all jobs) Searching the ‘Now Hiring’ job market Employment fairs Job agencies (i.e. YMCA)

Apprenticeship (Skilled Trades) Through an employer - apply directly to an employer, union or local committee College – train while completing a college course; pre-apprenticeship programs Required courses – dependent on the skilled trade (grade 11 and 12 college compulsory courses preferred) OYAP/Co-op/work experience preferred Dual credits Research www.apprenticeshipsearch.com www.oyap.com

College Certificate or Diplomas 1-3 year programs Majority of grade 11/12 courses offered at the college or mixed levels Marks of 65% or higher are preferred Grade 12 English required Program specific admission requirements Some require a portfolio or an audition TOEFL – English language requirement Research www.ontariocolleges.ca www.myblueprint.ca/peel

College Bachelor Degrees 4 year programs 6 grade 12 U/M type courses ENG 4U – minimum of 60% Minimum average 65% Program specific requirements Some require a portfolio or an audition TOEFL – English language requirement Research: www.ontariocolleges.ca www.myblueprint.ca/peel

College Collaborative Programs Offered jointly by a college and a partnering university Earn both a diploma and a degree 4 years Program admission requirements TOEFL – English language requirement Theoretical knowledge combined with applied and practical experience Experiential learning Application process – unique to each school Research: www.ontariocolleges.ca www.electronicinfo.ca www.myblueprint.ca/peel

College Bridging Programs One or two year pre-degree programs Research: www.ontariocolleges.ca www.electronicinfo.ca www.myblueprint.ca/peel

University Bachelor Programs 3-4 years in length 6 Grade 12 U/M type courses ENG 4U is mandatory Program specific requirements Some require a portfolio or an audition TOEFL – English language requirement Research www.electronicinfo.ca www.myblueprint.ca/peel

Post Secondary Education Fairs Ontario Universities Fair www.ouf.ca Metro Toronto Convention Centre September 28-30 Ontario Colleges Information Fair www.ocif.ca Enercare Centre (Exhibition Ground) October 23-24 Student Life Expo www.studentlifeexpo.com October 27-28 Open Houses

Applying to College November to February of graduating year www.ontariocolleges.ca Equal consideration deadline: February 1st 5 choices (no more than 3 per school) Cost: $95 February 1st – earliest date which an applicant will receive an offer of admission May 1st – deadline to accept offer of admission Mark transmissions

Applying to University November to mid January of graduation year Get PIN from Guidance counsellor www.ouac.on.ca; 101 3 choices (cost of $150) Each additional choice costs $50 Offers may begin as early as February/March End of May/beginning of June – majority of applicants will receive a response Mark transmissions

Post Secondary Education Costs Apprenticeship Programs In-school technical training session $200-$800 Certain programs are eligible for grants, tax deductions, equipment/tool allowances College Programs Certificate/Diploma Programs -$2,400 Applied Degree -$5,800 University Programs Bachelor’s Degree Programs - $6,100 Collaborative Programs - $5,000 Additional Costs Books and Supplies - $600 -1,300 Parking - $500-600 Public Transit – $800-$1,000 Residence and regular meal plan - $6,000 - $9,000 Other - $$$ Approx. Total : $4,200 – 16,500

Financing Post-Secondary Education Personal savings RESPs Scholarships OSAP/loans

Scholarships Types: Entrance External (community, private business) Scholarship appraisal form Websites RHSS University and college websites www.yconic.com www.scholarshipscanada.com www.studentscholarships.org

External Scholarships Research Criteria Application form + any supplementary forms RHSS scholarship appraisal form Sending the application package

OSAP Financial assistance provided by the government Eligible persons: Canadian citizen, permanent resident or protected person Loans are based on family income and assets Applying When student apply for post-secondary programs

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