Pathways to Graduation

Credit Requirements For Graduation

A High School Graduation Diploma is awarded to students who have successfully completed the required subjects and electives.

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CareerPathways (Community-Based Learning, Skilled Trades, NS High Skills Major, Technology Education, Co-op, Personal Development Credits)

Discover pathways to success. High school students can explore a variety of courses or programs to develop skills and explore careers. Course and program availability will depend on the offerings at specific school site.

For more information, visit the CareerPathways (Community-Based Learning, Skilled Trades, NS High Skills Major, Technology Education, Co-op, Personal Development Credits) web site.

Distributed Learning

Distributed Learning programs provide online high school courses to students enrolled in public high schools in Nova Scotia through the Nova Scotia Virtual School (NSVS) and the Nova Scotia Independent Online Learning (NSIOL) program.

All Distributed Learning courses use the Nova Scotia Public School Program (PSP) with curriculum and learning outcomes that are identical to those used in a classroom at school.

For more information, visit the Distributed Learning web site.

Explore, Plan and Build Your Future in Nova Scotia : a roadmap for high school students

Explore your Options, Choose your Path, and Fund your Future: links and resources for high school students

For more information, visit the Explore, Plan and Build Your Future in Nova Scotia : a roadmap for high school students web site.

Explorez, planifiez et bâtissez votre avenir en Nouvelle-Écosse : une feuille de route pour les élèves du secondaire

Explorez vos options, Choisissez votre parcours, Financez votre avenir : liens et ressources pour les élèves du secondaire.

For more information, visit the Explorez, planifiez et bâtissez votre avenir en Nouvelle-Écosse : une feuille de route pour les élèves du secondaire web site.

International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program

The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program is a comprehensive, two-year program that is delivered using an internationally standardized curriculum in selected high schools throughout Nova Scotia.

For more information, visit the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program web site.