These are the 17 required credits every student needs to earn their Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD).
|
Required Credits |
Subject |
What You Need to Know |
|---|---|---|
|
4 |
English |
One credit in each grade |
|
3 |
Math |
3 math credits, including 1 in Grade 11 or 12 |
|
2 |
Science |
2 science credits |
|
1 |
Technology |
Grade 9 or 10 |
|
1 |
Canadian History |
Grade 10 |
|
1 |
Canadian Geography |
Grade 9 |
|
1 |
The Arts |
For example, dance, drama, music, visual arts |
|
1 |
Health and Physical Education |
Any grade |
|
1 |
French as a Second Language |
Grade 9 core French or French Immersion |
|
0.5 |
Career Studies |
Grade 10 |
|
0.5 |
Civics and Citizenship |
Grade 10 |
|
1 |
Additional STEM Credit |
Choose from business studies, computer studies, cooperative education, mathematics, science, or technological education |
Some courses focused on First Nations, Inuit and Métis perspectives can meet specific compulsory credit requirements, including eligible English and Arts courses. Your Guidance teacher can help you choose courses that meet graduation requirements and match your interests and goals.