Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)

The Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) is a credential awarded to students in Ontario, Canada, upon successful completion of high school. It requires students to earn a minimum of 30 credits, which include various subjects like English, mathematics, and sciences, as well as completing community service hours. Additionally, students must pass a literacy test. The OSSD is essential for post-secondary education, employment opportunities, and future training programs, reflecting a standardized measure of academic achievement in Ontario's education system. It signifies that students have met the province's educational requirements for high school graduation.