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What is CARE?

The Center for Aromatherapy Research and Education, Inc. (CARE) is a nonsecular educational organization dedicated to assembling research and disseminating information on the healing properties and therapeutic applications of essential oils. This is accomplished by the sponsorship of seminars, hands-on workshops, and the publication of various books and videos.

The focus of the program is to teach Raindrop Technique and associated skills, as originated and taught by D. Gary Young. This is accomplished through a series of courses that anyone can take. These include the Healing Oils of the Bible (History of Anointing and Laying on of Hands), Applied Vitaflex, Raindrop Technique, Emotional Release, Essential Oil Science and Chemistry, basic principles of aromatherapy as well as hands-on practice and other healing skills.

The CARE Program also offers the opportunity to become a Certified Raindrop Technique Specialist (CRTS), a Licensed Spiritual Healer (LSH), a Board Certified Raindrop Specialist (BCRS), and/or a Certified CARE Instructor (CCI).

CARE Classes are unique in many ways:

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  1. CARE classes are small with no more than 10 students per instructor to insure close supervision in hands-on training.

  2. In CARE Raindrop Technique classes, a Raindrop Technique lecture and demonstration is given. Then, each participant receives a session and facilitates two sessions. Thus, each participant in the CARE Raindrop classes (8 hrs) gets to see a Raindrop, experience a Raindrop, and practice doing Raindrop twice with supervision. In this way, everyone taking a CARE class is assured of going home being able to do the Raindrop Technique.

  3. The chemistry and science portions are presented in simple lucid terms, understandable by anyone, whether having a background in science or not.

  4. All topics taught in CARE classes are accompanied with sets of notes given out to all students. There may also be a bookstore offered with books and videos to purchase that parallel and support what is offered in class.

  5. CARE classes are taught only by Certified CARE Instructors who have completed a rigorous training program that prepares them not only in knowing the material, but in how to teach the material as well.

  6. CARE classes address all aspects of ourselves: Physical, Mental, Emotional, and Spiritual, and relate most class materials, even chemistry, to scripture.

  7. Once you have taken and paid for a CARE class, you may repeat it for half price anywhere, anytime, with any CARE Instructor. Many have taken the entire CARE Curriculum more than once, finding deeper insights and understanding each time.

  8. The complete CARE Certification Program toward becoming a Certified CARE Instructor (CCI) involves 23 requirements (164 hrs). However, once the first 11 requirements (72 hrs) are fulfilled, you are eligible to become a Certified Raindrop Technique Specialist (CRTS) and Licensed Spiritual Healer (LSH), by completing further steps with NTCB, which makes it legal for you to practice Raindrop in all 50 States and Provinces of Canada. Becoming a CRTS is possible only through CARE and NTCB.

  9. Completing all 23 requirements to become a CCI makes you eligible to become a Board Certified Raindrop Specialist (BCRS). Becoming a BCRS is possible only through CARE and NTCB. 

  10. CARE trains more people in Raindrop, Vitaflex, and related topics than any other organization in the world. Anyone willing and able to invest the time, effort, and resources to fulfill the 23 requirements of the CARE curriculum can join the CARE faculty and become a part of CARE’s global mission to bring practical healing skills into homes and healing practices everywhere.

CARE International

Our Programs and Classes are different and unique.

Most people take CARE Classes for their information and training. However, the core of the CARE Mission is the Certified CARE Instructor (CCI) Program. Through the CCI Program, individuals can acquire a thorough grasp of the basic therapeutic applications and scientific theory of essential oils and may become, themselves, a Certified CARE Instructor, a member of the CARE faculty, authorized to teach History of Anointing and Laying on of Hands (AKA Healing Oils of the Bible), Raindrop Technique, Applied Vitaflex, and other topics in the name of CARE. By teaching these classes, a CCI can serve toward certifying others and training additional CCIs according to CARE policies.

Thus, CCIs may pass on their expertise to others who, upon completion of the program, may do likewise in their own communities. In this way, the educational process of learning to perform and teach Raindrop Technique and other healing arts becomes locally available and self-duplicating with the capability of reaching thousands who would not otherwise have access to such training. CARE International is a self-replicating education program that will eventually reach millions throughout the world.

It is CARE’s vision that someday proper therapeutic application of essential oils will become common household knowledge and Raindrop Technique will be a skill practiced by parents, spouses, friends, and professionals everywhere.

PROPRIETARY INTERESTS AND OILS USED:

Because of their verified superior quality, oils used in CARE Classes are exclusively from Young Living Essential Oils, Inc., a network marketing company. All CARE Instructors are active Young Living Brand Partners.


CARE Classes Transform Lives
And Teach You How to Reap the Most from Essential Oils

A testimonial from Michelle Truman , Ed.D., (retd. FCCI)

I have been a member of Young Living since 1996. I was the type oiler that you could classify as using the oils as a ‘First Aid Kit’. If someone in my family got a cut or burn I would run for the lavender. Prior to dining at a restaurant before eating I would grab the Thieves for protection from strange microbes. Or if my kids were a bit too rambunctious I would grab the Peace and Calming to oil them down to a low roar. That type of oil usage went on until 2008 (yep, 12 years) until I attended my first CARE (Center for Aromatherapy Research and Education) Intensive class.

Each class in the Intensive provided me with different information regarding how the oils could enrich my mental, physical, spiritual, and emotional well being. I was amazed at how much there was to learn about the oils and how they could benefit my family in a much deeper way than just being a ‘First Aid’ source. CARE’s educational program is of such high quality, and I should know as I have spent many an hour in the university systems as both as an educator and as a doctoral student while earning an Educational Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction … yep, the CARE classes are that good.

Some of the things that I would have done differently, if I knew then what I know now, is to have a series of oils that I apply daily such as White Angelica as a protection to ward off negativity, Valor to balance my energy fields and body alignment, Copaiba for pain relief in my back and shoulders, Joy for that added emotional lift when I need it. These are just a few of the items I now use daily.

After my first CARE Intensive I was so moved that I decided right then and there to become a CARE Instructor. This has enriched my life so much because I get to meet people from all over the world that have passion for the oils like I do. However, the reasons people take a CARE Intensive are quite varied.

Moms take it to understand how to use the oils to benefit their families. Did you know that if one of your children become constipated that there is an easy Vitaflex move on the shins, taught by CARE, that can bring relief without taking any medication? Or that anointing your children before you put them to bed with a series of oils and a prayer can help save them from building up emotional baggage?

People take CARE classes for different reasons: Some want to become Certified Raindrop Technique Specialists (CRTS) and learn how to legally practice Raindrop Technique. Others want to learn ways to help build their Young Living businesses because what you learn in a CARE Intensive will help you do that. Some professionals take the course to receive continuing education credits to renew their licenses. Finally, a small percentage decide to go all the way through the CARE program and become instructors.

If you are interested in attending a CARE Intensive for whatever the reason check the calendar for a CARE Intensive or Seminar near you.

Oily Abundant Blessings to you all,
Michelle Truman , Ed.D., (retd. FCCI)
Las Vegas, Nevada

What others are saying about CARE’s seminars

Notes and handouts were great. A great opportunity to learn techniques and practice them. Very informative. Easy format to learn. Very relaxed atmosphere. Wonderful!

Patricia Springer

CHTP

This program has been so inspiring, both professionally and personally. The teachings were given and received with such love. An unforgettable experience.

Karen Russell

Thank you for caring enough about the well-being of others to do this program. The seminar helped clarify many puzzles in my thought processes. Your message is very powerful. I have no doubt that you were sent from God.

Brenda Beard

As a Muslim woman, I was very comfortable and at peace with the Bible scriptures used in the Healing Oils of the Bible class. They are so very much the same in the Holy Quran. I feel confident that I have the tools I need to both continue to self-heal as well as to help others find their path to becoming whole in mind, body, and spirit. Raindrop and Emotional Release are so very effective. I am excited to use what I have learned. I am grateful to Almighty God Allaah for guiding me to these classes, and to the instructor and to CARE. I got so much more than I expected and I am very grateful. Thank you for respecting that my belief system is different and for realizing that our chosen belief systems are really the same. This is the beginning of a long healthy loving relationship. Amen. Thank you.

Taalibah Qatadah As-Sidding

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 Stewart have put a lot of time, effort, hard work, and love into the CARE program.(This seminar) was worth every cent, and then some. They didn’t charge enough for all the info they 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

I enjoyed (the presenter’s) sense of humor. It helped to keep the atmosphere relaxed, especially during chemistry. Thank you for all of your hard work and commitment. I am just now reading The Raindrop Study and already see ways I can utilize it to help people trying to decide if the technique would be beneficial. God Bless all you do.

Barbara Vissers

If something seems to compel you to go to a CARE Seminar, don’t let anything deter you from doing so. You will learn a lot, but more importantly, you will be surrounded and uplifted by the spirituality, conrage, and love of all around you. I can think of nothing that could improve this seminar.

Shirley L. Steward

It is with great gratitude and thanksgiving that God gifted me with the experience of a CARE seminar. The synergy of both CARE Instructors was divine. To say I am overwhelmed and overawed is understated. Then add in the symbiotic relationships of the other three teaching assistants, and we were all specially blessed. The limited class size and number of teachers was most indulgent. In all my experience in the past three years, which has been rather extensive in many trainings, the CARE program has captured my heart because of your leadership and unreservedly and unashamedly embracing the word of God. The atmosphere of peace, safety, confidentiality, and trust was so pervasive and prevailing for healing. While we were credited with 23 hours, we received many more hours than that. Your love is both infectious and contagious.

Maureen Welting

The program is inspiring. I gained so much information, guidance, direction and hands-on experience. I have been very rewarded for attending. I feel such warmth and caring from the facilitators and felt safe to venture into a new area for me. I felt such power I just can’t see where this seminar could be improved upon. Thank you very much.

Eunice Rockenfelder

I am a massage therapist and take a lot of continuing education courses as a requirement for my license. The CARE Program is the best I have taken. I learned so much about how and why the oils work and now I understand the science behind it. I am glad to have a standard protocol for raindrop. I have been doing raindrop for over a year, but nevef felt sure of my work. What a difference a weekend makes. With this protocol I felt nurtured and cared for. Even though when I received it was the first raindrop my classmates had performed, it was the most powerful I had ever experienced. I felt so calm, relaxed and whole. And when we measured at the end, I had grown 1 1/4 inches! I can’t wait to get back to my office and start work on my clients.

Leslie Knee

LMT

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