First Aid Courses in Manawatu

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 Manawatu region.
Please get in touch to see what we can do for you today.

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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 Manawatu

John Mitchell leads MediTrain Manawatu with a rich tapestry of experience spanning over two decades, beginning his career in law enforcement before transitioning to a paramedic role for 17 years. This diverse background has not only honed his life-saving skills but also ignited his passion for teaching first aid. With a team of three instructors and two support staff, MediTrain Manawatu's commitment to high-quality first aid training is unwavering. John and his team pride themselves on delivering courses that are informative and highly relatable, ensuring the real-life applicability of first aid skills is always emphasised. Contact John and his team 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.