Training Manikins Market is expected to reach US$ 9.15 Billion by 2031

CPR Training Manikins Segment to Lead Training Manikins Market During 2025–2031

According to our new research study named "Training Manikins Market Forecast to 2031 – Global Analysis – by Type, Application, Age Group, and End User," the market was valued at US$ 3.17 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach US$ 9.15 billion by 2031; it is expected to register a CAGR of 16.5% during 2025–2031. Major factors driving the market include advancements in technologies, and the need for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training and awareness programs to manage out-of-hospital cardiac arrests. However, the divergence from realism and issues related to reliability hinder the market. The application of robotics, artificial intelligence (AI), and augmented reality is projected to bring new training manikins market trends in the coming years.

Training manikins are life-like models used for simulation in various training scenarios, primarily in healthcare, emergency services, and military applications. These manikins are designed to mimic human anatomy and physiological responses, providing realistic training environments for professionals to practice skills such as CPR, first aid, medical procedures, and disaster response. They range from basic models for CPR training to advanced, fully interactive manikins equipped with sensors and feedback systems for more sophisticated training, such as surgical practice or patient monitoring. The primary goal of training manikins is to improve practical knowledge and readiness in real-life situations without the risk to actual patients or the need for specialized resources.

Training Manikins Market, by Region, 2024 (%)

The burgeoning demand for highly skilled healthcare professionals, driven by an aging global population and growing healthcare challenges, has led to a surge in demand for advanced simulation tools, thereby contributing to the growing training manikins market size. Manikins allow healthcare workers to practice and refine critical skills without the pressure of real-life scenarios, improving proficiency and safety. Additionally, the rise in emergency response training for paramedics, firefighters, and military personnel has bolstered the market, as realistic simulation helps in honing critical life-saving skills. Technological advancements, such as the integration of artificial intelligence and real-time feedback systems into manikins, have made them even more effective for specialized training. Moreover, governments and educational institutions are increasingly incorporating simulation-based learning in medical and vocational training programs. These factors, combined with the growing focus on reducing medical errors and improving disaster preparedness, have made training manikins a vital tool.

Training Manikins Market Analysis Based on Segmental Evaluation:

Based on type, the training manikins market is categorized into CPR training manikins, nursing care training manikins, emergency care training manikins, general care training manikins, basic life support training manikins, and others. The CPR training manikins segment held a significant training manikins market share in 2024. Manikins for CPR training simulate real-life situations and allow learners to interact with, assess, and perform procedures on a virtual patient model. The anatomical and physiological changes in these models are controlled by the instructor, which allows them to behave as an actual patient body. These simulators perform actions such as breathing and speaking. They can also create the perception of pulse along with heart and lung sounds. Moreover, they may display a wide range of physiological parameters on their monitors, depending on the level of fidelity. Some high-fidelity simulators use a biologically based platform to simulate complex physiological parameters that can be seen in humans in similar clinical situations.

In developed countries, sudden out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) with ineffective CPR ranks third among the critical causes of death. Bystander CPR can increase the chances of surviving a cardiac arrest by 2 to 4 times. As per the 2023 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics, 40.2% out of 356,000 OHCA cases received bystander CPR in America. According to the American Heart Association, raising the percentage of individuals trained in CPR is a vital aspect of an overall plan to elevate response to OHCA. Additionally, governments across the world are taking initiatives to create awareness about CPR procedures by using manikins. For instance, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare of India, along with the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS), launched a nationwide CPR Awareness Program in 2023. This campaign involved training participants, including healthcare professionals, medical students, and paramedic staff, for CPR through an online medium in a single sitting.

The emergency care training manikins segment is anticipated to record the fastest CAGR during the forecast period. Emergency care training manikins are used to teach first responders, medical professionals, and students various emergency care techniques, such as first aid, trauma care, advanced life support (ALS), and basic life support (BLS), among other critical skills. These training manikins come in forms ranging from basic, nonfunctional models to highly advanced manikins equipped with real-time feedback mechanisms, realistic anatomical structures, and sensors to simulate physiological responses, among other features. The rising incidence of medical emergencies, combined with the global need for skilled healthcare workers, emphasizes the importance of emergency care training. Thus, the increasing focus on hands-on training and patient safety has boosted the adoption of emergency care training manikins.

Modern manikins are now equipped with features such as realistic vocalizations, breathing sounds, and real-time responses to CPR compressions, making training more immersive. For instance, the Laerdal Resusci Anne Simulator has been designed for exclusive training needs associated with emergency care provided in pre-hospital and in-hospital environments. The intuitive touchscreen interface and ergonomic design of SimPad PLUS make Resusci Anne Advanced SkillTrainer easy to use. It also provides instructors with real-time performance indicators for compressions, ventilation, and hands-off time, as well as detailed event logs for structured and objective debriefing.

The geographic scope of the training manikins market report includes the assessment of the market performance in North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South & Central America, and the Middle East & Africa. In terms of revenue, North America dominated the training manikins market share in 2024. This growth is attributed to the presence of a large number of pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies, and increasing research and development activities. Technological advancements have also played a significant role. Modern training manikins now come equipped with advanced sensors, AI, and real-time feedback systems, allowing for more immersive and effective training experiences. In September 2024, the American Red Cross and Elevate Healthcare, Inc. launched the innovative Elevate SMART Manikin training solution, designed for first aid, automated external defibrillator (AED), cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and basic life support (BLS) education and skills evaluation. This solution, integrated with the American Red Cross's industry-leading curriculum, delivers one of the most accurate assessments of life-saving competencies.

In February 2020, the US Army launched a program that allows certified medical personnel to borrow state-of-the-art medical training equipment from the Training Aids Service Center on base. A central feature of this initiative is a manikin designed to simulate various battlefield injuries, which aids commanders in training soldiers on Tactical Combat Casualty Care. This system also plays a crucial role in educating soldiers about compliance with Department of Defense standards. Further, in December 2023, Lehigh Carbon Community College (LCCC) incorporated one of the most advanced interdisciplinary patient simulators into its Health Care Patient Simulation Center, significantly enhancing its medical training capabilities.

Many healthcare institutes in the US offer nationally accepted certification courses in CPR, automated external defibrillation techniques, first aid, emergency oxygen administration, and blood-borne pathogen detection and treatment; these courses are provided in three effective ways: online, on-site, and blended. Thus, the growing awareness about medical training centers and patient safety propels the demand for training manikins in the region, thereby contributing significantly to the training manikins market growth in North America. According to the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), the burden of CVDs is rapidly increasing in Mexico. As stated in the article “ACC’s Advancing CV Health in Mexico Roundtable Outcomes Report,” published in December 2022, the Mexican government confirmed that CVDs were the cause of nearly 226,000 deaths in 2021. With the burgeoning need to manage the rising cases of CVDs, the demand for manikins is on the rise in the country to train medical professionals, which bolsters the training manikins market growth.

Ambu A/S, Gaumard Scientific Co Inc., Laerdal Medical AS, Simulaids Ltd, Erler-Zimmer GmbH & Co. KG, Nasco Healthcare, TruCorp, CAE Inc., 3B Scientific, V4EMS Inc (SmartMan), Ruth Lee Ltd, Practiman, WorldPoint ECC, and Innosonian Inc. are among the leading companies profiled in the training manikins market report.

Based on type, the training manikins market is categorized into CPR training manikins, nursing care training manikins, emergency care training manikins, general care training manikins, basic life support training manikins, and others. By application, the market is segmented into critical care, obstetrics and gynecology, cardiology, pulmonology, and others. In terms of age group, the training manikins market is segmented into adult manikins, pediatric manikins, and neonatal manikins. By end user, the training manikins market is segmented into medical school and community classrooms, hospitals, clinics, and others. Geographically, the market is categorized into North America (US, Canada, and Mexico), Europe (France, Germany, UK, Spain, Italy, and Rest of Europe), Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, and Rest of Asia Pacific), the Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, South Africa, the UAE, and Rest of Middle East & Africa), and South & Central America (Brazil, Argentina, and Rest of South & Central America).

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