First Aid Courses in Canterbury and West Coast
Book your course with MediTrain today and arm yourself with the first aid skills you need
First Aid courses are an essential way to keep friends, family and employees safe. We can tailor first aid courses to suit your specific industry or workplace.
We offer comprehensive and affordable first aid classes in public venues around the Canterbury and West Coast region.
Please get in touch to see what we can do for you today.
Contact our South Central Administration team
Current courses available:
Why Choose us?
With over 30 years of experience in delivering Workplace First Aid courses, MediTrain stands out as a leader in first aid education. Here's why choosing us makes a difference:
Tailored Course Design
MediTrain's courses are uniquely designed in New Zealand, with all materials including presentations, manuals, and videos produced locally. This ensures the content is directly relevant and engaging for our students.
Expert Instructors with Real-World Experience
Our instructors are not just trainers; they are professionals with backgrounds as paramedics or nurses (or similar), bringing real-world experience to the classroom. This experience is invaluable in delivering first aid training that is both practical and applicable. They understand the importance of making learning engaging and interactive, focusing on participation to enhance knowledge retention.
Our team is trained to accommodate various learning needs and is attuned to cultural sensitivities, ensuring an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
Flexible training
Understanding the constraints of taking time off for training, we offer blended courses, combining 4 hours of online self-directed study with a full day of in-person training. This flexibility is especially beneficial for employers as the training can be completed in one work day.
At MediTrain, we're more than just a training provider; we're your partner in building a safer and more prepared workplace. We make acquiring a first aid certificate straightforward and hassle-free.
About us
MediTrain Canterbury and West Coast
MediTrain Canterbury and West Coast, led by Jed Keenan, offers a distinctive approach to first aid training, drawing on Jed's experience as an ex-military medic in both the Army and Air Force. The team consists of seven skilled instructors, along with their administrative superstar, Gill, ensuring smooth operations across the Central South Island.
They provide a range of first aid courses, including workplace and childcare first aid, as well as specialised options like outdoor first aid and pre-hospital emergency care. Known for their practicality and comprehensive knowledge, Jed and his team are the go-to experts for first aid training in the region. Contact them for expert, tailored first aid training solutions.
NZQA-approved Category 1 Education Provider
MediTrain is a registered Private Training Establishment (PTE) providing First Aid training nationwide for over 30 years. We are a Category 1 education provider this is the highest ranking that can be given by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA).
Our team is committed to making our community and workplaces safer. MediTrain instructors are qualified by the New Zealand Resuscitation Council, and. They have a wealth of knowledge and experience in first aid.
We base our training philosophy on guidelines from the New Zealand Resuscitation Council which is the standard setting body for resuscitation and first aid in Aotearoa, New Zealand.
