This paper outlines some initiatives taken to change and improve senior high school programs and diploma requirements in Alberta, Canada, as originally stated in the June 1985 policy statement, "Secondary Education in Alberta." It is intended to assist educational groups planning to revise a senior high school program. It also presents proposals for the allocation of course credits, time lines for program implementation, and the structure of courses. Outlined in part 1 are steps to be taken in the review process of the basic goals of secondary education as stated in the 1985 policy. Course changes and requirements for graduation are specified, with a proposed implementation date of September 1988. In part 2, the requirements for the General High School Diploma, the Advanced High School Diploma, and the Certificate of Achievement, are delineated with the specific course credits required for each one. Finally, part 3 reviews program content and course sequences with an effort towards making these more innovative, challenging, and future-oriented. Basic content in the areas of Career and Life Management, Social Studies, Sciences, Mathematics, English Language Arts, Physical Education, and the Integrated Occupational Program have been mandated, but many of these course descriptions are subject to further modifications. (KSA)