CONTINUING EDUCATION (CE) CREDIT & CAREER PATHWAYS

This intensive workshop offers significant opportunities for both professional development and career advancement.

The Center for Aromatherapy Research and Education (CARE) is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a Continuing Education Approved Provider. This Intensive is worth 25 CE hours of credit through NCBTMB.

Beyond CE hours, completing this seminar marks the first crucial step toward becoming a Certified Raindrop Technique Specialist (CRTS) through the Natural Therapies Certification Board (NTCB). Additionally, it fulfills the initial and basic requirements for becoming a Certified CARE Instructor (CCI), should you aspire to teach with CARE.

Both CRTS and CCI professionals are prominently listed on the CARE website in the Directory of Approved CARE Raindrop Facilitators (ACRF). This geographically organized directory is a key resource for individuals seeking a Raindrop Facilitator in their area, significantly enhancing your visibility and potential clientele.

Intensive Logistics

Location

Intensive classes are often held in Bloomington, IL at my business location. The nearest airport for travelers is BMI Central Illinois Regional Airport.

• I am also willing to travel to present classes for groups. Please contact me directly to discuss arrangements.

Schedule

Our intensive schedule is designed with flexibility in mind. While generally structured, timing can adjust to student needs with agreement from the entire class. Depending on weather conditions, we may even hold a class outdoors, offering a unique learning experience.

IMPORTANT DETAILS

Intended Learning Objectives

For specific learning objectives for each class, please refer to the individual class descriptions on my Education page.

Prerequisites

To ensure the best learning experience and proper progression:

• CARE Applied Vita Flex is required before taking Raindrop.

• Raindrop and Chemistry are each taught in two separate sessions. You must attend both sessions (Raindrop I & II, and Chemistry I & II) to receive a certificate of completion for that specific course.

• There are no prerequisites for the History of Anointing or Emotional Release classes.

Included Materials

Your seminar fees include valuable resources to support your learning journey:

• Class notes for all sessions.

• All necessary essential oils for hands-on practice.

• Certificate(s) acknowledging your participation in the courses you've completed.

• History of Anointing includes a certificate only when taken as part of an Intensive registration.

• Full Intensives also include a CCI Handbook.

• Textbooks will be available for use during class if you do not have your own.

Please Note for Returning Students: Students taking classes at half-price will not receive new certificates or continuing education credits unless they specifically request a certificate and pay an additional fee above the half-price rate.

Limitations of Class Size

To ensure personalized attention and optimal hands-on training:

• Registrations for Raindrop and Vita Flex are limited to the first 10 people who register and pay, with preference given to those who register for the whole 25-hour Intensive. I encourage you to register early to assure yourself a place!

• History of Anointing, Chemistry, and Emotional Release classes are demonstration/lecture style and have no limitations on class size beyond the seating capacity of the room. These classes are open to the public.

Supplies to Bring

Once you are fully registered, I will send you a detailed Course Syllabus with further specifics. For the intensive, please plan to bring:

• 1 bottle of Valor Essential Oil Blend

• Two (2) sheets

• Two (2) bath towels

• One (1) pillowcase

• One (1) hand towel for Raindrop sessions.

• If you are willing to bring a massage table, please mention this when you register.

• You are also encouraged to bring a Bible for the History of Anointing class.

Preparation

Proper preparation enhances your learning and hands-on experience:

• Fingernails must be very short and filed smooth on the edges and corners. Clippers and files will be available in class. You will not be able to perform all the Vita Flex and Raindrop techniques with long fingernails. If you cannot perform all the techniques taught in class due to long nails, you may not receive credit for the class.

• CARE DVDs on Vita Flex and Raindrop are available for purchase if you wish to review them ahead of class in preparation for the hands-on training.

• While not required, it is highly helpful to have your own copies of the following books, which will also be available for purchase at the Intensive:

  1. The Chemistry of Essential Oils Made Simple by David Stewart

  2. Feelings Buried Alive by Karol Truman

  3. Heal Your Body by Louise Hay

  4. Releasing Emotional Patterns with Essential Oils by Carolyn Mein

Next Steps: CARE Mentoring

Becoming a Certified Raindrop Technique Specialist (CRTS) or a Certified CARE Instructor (CCI) is a major accomplishment—and a significant investment of time, effort, and money. To successfully complete your journey, I highly encourage you to engage a CARE mentor to guide and advise you through the certification requirements.

Investing in a mentoring relationship early on is excellent insurance for success. As your mentor, I'm genuinely on your side and committed to your success. I'll be there to check on you, teach you, coach you, encourage you, and support you to ensure you pass the requirements with excellence and reach all your CARE goals.

You can find more details on how I can support you on my CARE Mentoring page. Please don't hesitate to reach out—I look forward to seeing you this year!

STUDENT FEEDBACK ON CARE PROGRAMS

This was a very worthwhile and comprehensive program I would recommend everyone take. It was a very informative, organized and thorough workshop . . . and Fun! I teach oils myself and the pieces of information I was missing was the chemistry. David and Lee have put a lot of time, effort, hard work, and love into this program. It was worth every cent, and then some. You didn't charge enough for all the info you gave to us. Your program brought an even clearer picture to my already considerable knowledge of essential oils. I was very impressed with the entire program. I would love to repeat your class when you come to my area again.  ~Roxanna Weddle, Silver Springs, Maryland

I am overwhelmed with gratitude for such a wonderful program. Not only have I learned a great deal of new skills, I have grown as a spiritual being. All this in just a few days!   ~Kim McMahon, Bronte Beach, New South Wales, Australia

This workshop has been the most rewarding learning experience since my introduction to essential oils. The wealth of material and wonderful personal experiences and knowledge shared was beyond my expectations. In these times of despair, I feel blessed to be a part of such a God-centered healing organization as CARE.  ~Aziyza Shabazz, St. Croix, Virgin Islands

This program offered the best chemistry that I have come across. Dr. Stewart takes the essential oil chemistry and turns it into common 'scents' helping us to understand why these amazing oils can do what they do. The entire program David and Lee offer is an excellent comprehensive integration of experience and theory and a wonderful foundation for the best of what therapeutic essential oils offer!  ~Marilee Tolen, RN, HCN, CHTP, Mt. Laurel, New Jersey