Is the OSSD Right for You? A Look at the Requirements
Before online
high school classes became popular in Ontario, students usually had to go to a physical
school building to earn their diplomas. This meant attending the public school
assigned to their neighbourhood (unless their family opted for a private
school). In-person attendance was the norm because online learning wasn't
widely available.
Now, with the
growth of accredited private online high schools in Ontario, geography no
longer restricts students to local schools. They can now attend schools such as
USCA Academy online, which provides flexibility, superior resources, and a
wider variety of classes that their local schools might not offer.
If you’re a high
school student interested in taking online courses or are transferring to a
private online high school, you might be wondering if the OSSD requirements
apply to you. Let's take a closer look at the requirements to help you decide.
What is the OSSD?
An Ontario
Secondary School Diploma is the graduation certificate for high school students
in Ontario. The Education Ministry sets the requirements of credits that
students need to earn to get this diploma. After students complete their OSSD
requirements, they can apply to both Canadian and international colleges and
universities.
To earn an
Ontario Secondary School Diploma, students need to complete a set of required
courses as defined by the Ontario Ministry. This includes 18 mandatory courses
and 12 elective ones. This rule applies to all students studying in
Ontario, including those who come from other provinces or countries to study
here.
To meet the
Ontario Ministry requirements, a student also needs to:
●
Pass the Ontario Secondary School
Literacy Test (OSSLT): This standardized test assesses students' reading and
writing skills and is typically taken in Grade 10. Passing the OSSLT is
mandatory for receiving the Ontario Secondary School Diploma.
●
Complete 10 hours of community
involvement per year (40 hours total): Students need to do community service
for at least 40 hours during their high school years. This helps them learn the
value of helping their community and teaches them responsibility.
If the OSSD
requirements still sound confusing, USCA Academy can help clarify and guide you
through the process. As a private online high school accredited by the Ontario
Ministry of Education, USCA Academy offers all the necessary courses for
obtaining an OSSD, including the mandatory ones mentioned above.
Email USCA
Academy at info@uscaacademy.com or uscaacademy@gmail.com for more information
about OSSD requirements and how they can
help you achieve your academic goals.
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