MIMMS

The MIMMS Course (Major Incident Medical Management and Support) is the internationally recognised training programme for managing major incidents and mass-casualty events. Developed by the Advanced Life Support Group (ALSG), the course teaches healthcare professionals and emergency responders how to manage complex incidents using the structured CSCATTT approach.

Gravitas Medical delivers ALSG accredited MIMMS training in the UK, providing realistic scenario-based learning led by experienced instructors from NHS, military and pre-hospital backgrounds.

This course equips participants with the knowledge and practical skills required to respond effectively to incidents such as:

mass casualty events
transport incidents
terrorist attacks
industrial accidents
major public event emergencies

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‍What is a MIMMS Course?

The Major Incident Medical Management and Support (MIMMS) course teaches a structured approach to managing major incidents involving multiple casualties.

Participants learn how to apply the CSCATTT framework:

Command and control
Safety
Communication
Assessment
Triage
Treatment
Transport

The course combines lectures, tabletop exercises and practical simulations to ensure delegates understand both the theory and practical application of major incident management.‍

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Who Should Attend a MIMMS Course?

The MIMMS course is designed for professionals who may be involved in responding to major incidents.

Typical attendees include:

Paramedics
Doctors
Nurses
Emergency planners
Event medical teams
Fire service officers
Police incident commanders
Rescue teams
Humanitarian responders
Disaster response personnel

The course is suitable for both NHS professionals and private sector responders.

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‍What You Will Learn

During the course, participants will develop practical skills in:

Major incident command structures
Scene safety and hazard management
Multi-agency communication
Major incident triage systems
Patient prioritisation
Casualty clearing stations
Resource coordination and transport planning

The course emphasises teamwork and decision-making under pressure.‍

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‍Why Train With Gravitas Medical?

Gravitas Medical specialises in pre-hospital and major incident training.

Our instructors bring real-world operational experience from:

NHS ambulance services
military medical teams
disaster response operations
event medical services

Our courses focus on:

realistic scenario-based training
small group learning
experienced instructors
practical incident simulations

This ensures participants gain practical skills they can apply immediately in real incidents.

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Book a MIMMS Course

Places on MIMMS courses are limited to ensure high-quality training.

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Organisations can also contact us to arrange private MIMMS training anywhere in the UK or Worldwide.

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MIMMS Course FAQ

What does MIMMS stand for?

MIMMS stands for Major Incident Medical Management and Support, a training programme developed by the Advanced Life Support Group to teach structured major incident response.

How long does MIMMS certification last?

MIMMS certification is typically valid for four years, after which participants may undertake a full course to recertify.

I’ve heard there is a one-day MIMMS recertification course, is this correct?

No, this is incorrect. Providers wishing to recert must attend the full MIMMS course and not the one-day Team Provider MIMMS or a one-day course version. ALSG have confirmed the certification requirement and are updating their literature to reflect this.

Is the MIMMS course recognised internationally?

Yes. MIMMS is delivered worldwide and is widely recognised within emergency medicine and disaster response training.

How much does a MIMMS course cost in the UK?

Course prices vary depending on the provider and location, but most UK courses range between £500 and £700 per participant.

Can MIMMS be delivered at our organisation?

Yes. Gravitas Medical can deliver on-site MIMMS training anywhere in the UK, or Worldwide. Our instructors have successfully delivered onsite courses to organisations such as NHS and private ambulance services, event medical providers, utility providers and manufacturing facilities

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Upcoming MIMMS Course Dates

Gravitas Medical delivers regular MIMMS courses in Hereford and can also provide on-site courses across the UK for organisations.

Example upcoming dates:

April 2026 – Hereford
July 2026 – Hereford
October 2026 – Hereford

Organisations can also request private/ or closed MIMMS courses/ training at their location.

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MIMMS Course Details

Course length - 2 days

Pre-course learning - Online eLearning

Accreditation - Advanced Life Support Group (ALSG)

Certification validity - 4 years

Assessment - MCQ + practical scenarios

Location - Hereford and, UK wide and Worldwide

Delivery - Open courses and client on-site training

‍General Course Information

The ALSG accredited MIMMS course provides essential skills for anyone involved in the planning of, or the response to, major incidents. There are no prerequisites to attending but is best suited to those from medical, paramedic or nursing backgrounds as well as those who are involved in event medical cover.

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MIMMS Course Joining Information

Full pre-course joining information will be sent to you, along with your course manual after payment has been made. Please ensure you read this information fully prior to attending.

The MIMMS course includes approximately eight hours of e-learning and pre-course knowledge checks which must be completed prior to attending the face-to-face element. All information on how to access the e-learning will be included in the pre-course joining instructions. Ensure you have completed the pre-course MCQ prior to attendance on the course.

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Reviews and Testimonials

"My expectations were exceeded. I am completely over the moon with the knowledge and skills I gained from MIMMS"

"The tabletop exercise was actually really good fun, and very thought-provoking"

"A great course, well-presented and good faculty. Highly recommend. Thanks"

"The course content was great, lots of experience from the trainers, lots of good practical skills used and plenty of theory"

"The faculty were excellent. All 3 members were very credible, and each added their unique anecdote and 'flavour' to the discussions"

"The trainers were very friendly and very knowledgeable, a good mix that bounced off of each other. Good facilities and plenty of parking"

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