Cosmetology

Meet the Instructors

Mrs. Wilder

Mrs. Abigail Wilder

Email: awilder@massillonschools.org

Phone: 330-830-3901 Ext: 51611

Education:  Massillon Washington High School Cosmetology; Kent State University; Cosmetology Instructor License.

Work Experience:  1st year teaching Cosmetology at WHS; 17 years behind the chair as a Hair Stylist/Cosmetologist.

Hobbies: Spending time with my family, cooking and baking, and love reading poetry books!

Mrs. Craft

Ms. Stephanie DiChiara

Email: sdichiara@massillonschools.org

Phone: 330-830-3901 Ext: 51602

Education: Kent State University-Teaching Certification; Walsh College & Ashland University-Continuing Education; Cosmetology Instructor License; Matrix total image consultant & Advanced Aesthetics Certifications. 

Work Experience: 27 years teaching Cosmetology at WHS; 11 years in salon industry as a stylist/nail tech, salon education, marketing and sales. 2 Years with MCTV as a show host/co-host.

Hobbies: Psychology related studies Spending time at the pool/beach, NASCAR, taking long walks with my Rottweiler(Gabriel)

Cosmetology as a Program & Profession

Cosmetology offers awesome career opportunities in hair design, haircutting, coloring, and texturizing services. The program also trains students in nail technology and skincare, which are now two of the top rated services in the salon and spa industry today. Students enrolled in cosmetology will find themselves working with top of the line products in a beautiful upscale facility. The hands-on experiences include everything from basic skills to the trendiest and most innovative styles and techniques used in the industry today! Students who complete and pass the required coursework will take the Ohio State Board of Cosmetology licensing exam their senior year. Upon passage of the exam, students who choose to continue their education will be eligible to receive 30 college credit hours towards their Technical Studies/Business degree at Akron or Kent State Universities. If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career where your creativity is limitless, then cosmetology is for you!

Credentialing Opportunity: Cosmetology State Board License

College Credit Opportunities: University of Akron/30 Credits, Kent State/30 Credits

Work Based Learning Opportunities: Rotary Customer Service, Salon Internship

Career Technical Student Organization: Skills USA

Career Opportunities

  1. Cosmetologist/Stylist

  2. Esthetician/Skincare specialist

  3. Makeup artist

  4. Platform Artist

  5. Product Educator

  6. Salesperson

  7. Salon Manager

  8. Salon Owner

  9. Specialized Technician

  10. Cosmetology Instructor

  11. State Board Inspector

  12. Nail Technician

  13. Associate degree or Bachelor’s degree in Technical Studies/Business

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