Information & Communication Technology (ICT)
Specialist High Skill Major (SHSM) – Application and Information
SHSM is a Ministry of Education approved program run at selected schools across Ontario. It is a flexible combination of courses and experiences that allow students to
gain specialized skills, knowledge and experience in a particular sector of the Canadian workforce and prepare them for the future. By finding their passion, students get
a head start on life!
SHSM – ICT: Program Requirements
a) SHSM – ICT: Course Options
Credits
College Pathway
Grade 11
Grade 12
University Pathway
Grade 11
Grade 12
Mandatory: TEN3M
Mandatory: TEN4M
Mandatory: TEN3M
Mandatory: TEN4M
Information and
One of:
One of:
One of:
One of:
Communications
TEJ3M,
TDJ3M,
SPH3U
TEJ4M,
TDJ4M,
SPH4U
TEJ3M,
TDJ3M,
SPH3U
TEJ4M,
TDJ4M, SPH4U
Technology Major
or ICS3U
or ISC4U
or ICS3U
or ISC4U
Science or Business
One of:
One of:
Studies
SCH3C, SPH3U, BDP3O or BOH4M
SCH3C, SPH3U, BDP3O or BOH4M
Mathematics and
Mandatory: MBF3C
Mandatory: ENG4C
Mandatory: MCR3U
Mandatory: ENG4U
English
Cooperative
Mandatory:
Mandatory:
Education
2 Credit Co-Op
2 Credit Co-Op
b) At-least six ICT Industry Recognized Certifications:
- 3 Mandatory Certifications: Standard First Aid, WHMIS, and CPR Level A
- 3 Optional Certifications from Cisco Networking Routing and Switching: Introduction to Networks, Routing and Switching Essentials, Scaling Networks and Connecting
Networks and IT Essentials.
How to apply:
c) One Reach-Ahead experience related to ICT
Visit www.satec.on.ca/SHSM,
d) One Experiential Learning activity related to ICT
Guidance or see Mr. Sutcliffe for
e) Develop an understanding of Essential Skills/Work Habits by using the Ontario Skills Passport
an application.
SHSM – ICT: Benefits
Upon successful completion of the SHSM: ICT requirements students will earn a Specialized Ontario Secondary School Diploma, an enhanced transcript detailing their
accomplishments, industry recognized certifications, a standout item for your resume, potential employer contacts and specialized knowledge and experience in ICT.
Note: To be eligible for the FIT certification students must take TEN3M, TEN4M, TEJ3M, and TEJ4M.
Information & Communication Technology (ICT)
Specialist High Skill Major (SHSM) – Application and Information
Personal Information
Last Name
Given Name
Home Address/Apartment
City
For more information go to
www.satec.on.ca/SHSM
Student Number
Province
Ontario
Home Phone Number
Postal Code
Grade
Date of Birth
Gender
Male
Female
(Day/Month/Year)
Parent/Guardian Daytime Contact Number
Parent/Guardian Contact Name
Email:
Program Interest
Please explain why you’re applying for this program?
Please submit your
application to Mr. Sutcliffe in
his Office in the Technology
hallway.
I wish to apply to a Specialist High Skills Major and understand the requirements for completing the program (found on the reverse
side of this application). The information provided above is accurate to the best of my knowledge.
Student Signature
Date
Parent Name (Print)
Parent Signature
Under the Municipal Freedom of Information Act, Subsection 29(2), of the Education Act is the legal Authority for the Toronto District School Board to collect personal information for the purpose of selection of a
SATEC @ W.A. Porter C.I. specialized program.