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Mini First Aid

Mini First Aid are a leading voice in first aid training and education, proudly the UK’s 
top provider of paediatric first aid, and are transforming how first aid is taught - 
making it more engaging & inclusive than ever before.

Minimum Investment

£ 9950

Annual Fees

£ Population permitting

Full Investment

£ 9950

Additional Funding Support

Yes- all major banks

Franchise Industry

Care

Estimated Annual Profits

On Application

With over 1 million people trained in their first 10 years, Mini First Aid have become the trusted choice for families, schools, and businesses alike.

Their award-winning approach spans fun, age appropriate sessions for children, life-saving skills for parents and carers, and accredited workplace training for professionals. They pride ourselves on delivering first aid that sticks – combining clear, practical guidance with real-life scenarios, all taught in a relaxed, supportive environment.

Our workplace first aid courses are accredited by the First Aid Industry Body (FAIB) for those in need of certification. Our FAIB-accredited paediatric and specialist first aid courses equip learners with the skills to respond confidently in childcare and outdoor environments. Blended learning options are available on selected courses, combining online learning with in-person practical assessment for maximum flexibility.
If you are a childcare provider we can also come and teach your children. Our first aid classes are available for children and young people as young as 3 to 16 years old.

Whether you choose online or in-person training, you’ll come away with the confidence to act in an emergency – and the reassurance that your team or community is prepared. Recognised for our innovation and diversity in training, Mini First Aid is redefining how first aid should be taught: relevant, relatable, and for everyone.

Our courses include:

Paediatric First Aid (12 hours) – Ideal for anyone working with babies and young children, this course meets all EYFS and OFSTED requirements. It’s perfect for nurseries, schools, and childcare settings. Blended online learning available 

Emergency Paediatric First Aid (6 hours) – This course is for groups of up to 12 people and covers EYFS & OFSTED requirements for paediatric first aid.

Emergency First Aid at Work (6 hours)- Essential 1 day course for groups of up to 12 people covering key life-saving skills for the workplace. Blended online learning available

First Aid at Work (18 hours)- Comprehensive FAIB & HSE-recognised training for full workplace first aid qualification. Blended online learning available

First Aid at Work Requalification (12 hours)- 2 day refresher for those with an expiring First Aid at Work certificate.

Auto Injector Workshop (2 hours)- Focused training on safe and effective use of auto injectors for children.

Emergency First Aid at Work for Sports (6 hours)- Workplace first aid plus sports-specific scenarios, including head and spinal injury, asthma, treatment of anaphylaxis and acute allergic reaction.

Basic Life Support + Automated External Defibrillation (3 hours)- Hands-on training in CPR and safe AED use.

Auto Injector Workshop (2 hours)- Focused training for administering auto injectors (such as an EpiPen) in emergencies.

First Aid Annual Refresher (3 hours)- Keeps first aid skills current and up to date.

Basic Life Support in Healthcare course (2 hours)- Tailored for healthcare settings to meet professional standards.

Forest School First Aid (16 hours)- Specialist training for outdoor learning environments and forest school leaders. Blended online learning available

Outdoor First Aid (16 hours)- Comprehensive training for remote or outdoor activity leaders. Blended online learning available

EF100 People's Choice Award

Contribution
In the last 10 years we have trained nearly half a million people across 40,0000 classes nationwide. Our network support youth groups, Brownies, Scouts, sports teams, charities, community projects & local events. In the last year we have worked with 100's of schools training 60,000 children alongside children . We have worked with over 100 charities & community. Our team play an important part in their community training over 3000 people as part of local events & charities.
Support
At MFA, support is at the heart of everything we do. From our franchisees to the families we teach, we pride ourselves on being genuinely invested in people's success. Our central team provides hands on guidance & resources to ensure every franchisee thrives. Equally, we're committed to supporting parents, carers, schools & communities with life-saving skills. This culture of care and reliability has built trust across our network & beyond making MFA a brand that makes a difference.
Innovation
Our mission is to save lives by delivering trusted, inclusive & engaging first aid training for everyone is an approach that distinguishes us from the competition. While other providers exist, none match the comprehensive range of courses we offer, from key stage 1 children in nurseries & classrooms to certified workplace training for businesses. Our 3 national charity partnerships with Sepsis Trust, Meningitis Research Foundation & Children's Burns Trust are also vital to our mission.
Future
Since the appearance on Dragons Den, we have seen a steady growth in our franchise network. We now need to support their individual growth & development through their business plans & goals, bringing on freelance trainers and the management of a growing team such as onboarding admin support to help their growth. Alongside this we are looking to grow our trainer network significantly over the next 5 years. We also have plans to support our network through changes such as 'Making Tax Digital'

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