Specialist High Skills Major: Arts and Culture
The program at Thomas A Stewart Secondary School allows students to focus their creative artistic skills into three distinct areas; instrumental music-vocal music, visual arts and drama. These programs will prepare our students for advanced post-secondary studies as well as potential employment in the fields of photography, graphic design, and musical and theatrical production. Teachers will provide opportunities for certifications and experiences outside of the classroom.
REQUIREMENTS:
Credits:
To obtain a designation on your transcript as a Specialist in Arts & Culture, you will need to complete the following 8 required credits.
Credits |
Apprenticeship Training Gr. 11 Gr. 12 |
College
Gr. 11 Gr. 12 |
University
Gr. 11 Gr. 12 |
Workplace
Gr. 11 Gr. 12 |
Arts and Culture Major*
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2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
English
|
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1 |
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1 |
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1 |
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1 |
Business Studies
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1 |
|
1 |
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1 |
|
1 |
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Cooperative Education1 |
2 |
2
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2 |
2 |
Total number of credits |
8 |
8 |
8 |
8 |
Certifications: The SHSM in Arts and Culture requires students to complete six (6) sector-recognized certifications and/or training courses. Of these, three (3) are in areas that are compulsory and the remaining three (3) are related to the student’s arts area of focus. Possible certification offerings are listed below.
Three (3) Compulsory Standard First Aid Level A CPR WHMIS |
Three (3) From List Below Training in an art form or technique (e.g. mime, tap dancing, improvisation) Lighting and Sound Equipment Maintenance Health and Safety Technical Support Recording Equipment Elevating Work Platforms Stage Combat Pyrotechnics Taping for Performance Instructor Certificate Sewing Cosmetology/Make-up Customer Service Fall Protection Musical Instrument Repair Proper Lifting and Carrying Techniques |
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