Goody Training Solutions

Our Story Goody Training Solutions (GTS) is a Northern Irish training and consultancy provider based in Belfast, founded and led by Helen McMahon, an experienced training consultant with a demonstrated history in professional training, coaching and assessment. The company specialises in First Aid, Food Hygiene and Mental Health training, serving both public and private sector organisations across Belfast and throughout Northern Ireland. GTS prides itself on delivering quality, affordable training while maintaining a friendly, confidential service and a flexible approach designed to suit diverse business needs. The organisation is approved as a training provider by Qualsafe Awards, the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) and Highfield, ensuring all courses meet statutory and regulatory requirements. Rather than offering generic off-the-peg programmes, GTS creates tailored training experiences and detailed consultancy reports to help organisations fulfil their legislative obligations and enhance employee wellbeing. Programs & Trainings 🎓 First Aid at Work (FAW) — Initial four-day HSE-approved certification course plus two-day refresher courses designed to prepare participants for emergency casualty care in the workplace. 🎓 Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) — Intensive one-day training for lower-risk work environments, equipping staff with essential immediate response skills. 🎓 Paediatric First Aid — Specialised training focused on emergency care for infants and children, tailored for childcare professionals and educators. 🎓 Defibrillator Training (AED) — Dedicated course on Automated External Defibrillator use, integrating CPR and cardiac emergency protocols. 🎓 Mental Health First Aid — Accredited programme developing skills to recognise common mental health conditions, support individuals and guide them toward professional help. 🎓 Mental Health Awareness — Foundational course aimed at reducing stigma and increasing understanding of mental health issues in the workplace. 🎓 Bespoke Mental Health Sessions — Tailor-made workshops designed around specific organisational needs, from awareness to intervention-level training. 🎓 Understanding Mental Health — Entry-level module exploring core concepts of mental health and wellbeing in professional settings. 🎓 Food Hygiene Training — One-day CIEH Foundation Certificate course covering essential food safety principles for hospitality and catering staff. 🎓 Food Safety and Allergen Training — Practical instruction on food safety management, allergen control and compliance with current hygiene regulations. 🎓 Health & Safety Introduction — Core programme covering fundamental workplace health and safety responsibilities and legislation. 🎓 Risk Assessment Training — Practical workshop teaching systematic approaches to identifying, evaluating and mitigating workplace hazards. 🎓 Manual Handling Training — Skills-based course focused on safe lifting, carrying and movement techniques to prevent workplace injury. 🎓 HACCP Consultancy — Expert consultancy and auditing service for hospitality and catering establishments, assisting with hazard analysis and critical control point implementation. 🎓 Training Needs Analysis — Consultancy service evaluating organisational skill gaps and recommending targeted training interventions. 🎓 Personal Safety and Stress Management — Professional development workshops addressing individual safety strategies and stress reduction techniques in the workplace. Specialties 🎯 Workplace First Aid and Emergency Response 🎯 Mental Health First Aid and Awareness 🎯 Food Hygiene, Safety and HACCP Compliance 🎯 Occupational Health & Safety and Risk Management 🎯 Bespoke Corporate Training and Consultancy 🎯 Hospitality and Catering Sector Auditing 🎯 Employee Wellbeing and Safety Legislation Compliance Methods & Approach GTS employs a fully tailored pedagogical approach, rejecting standardised off-the-peg courses in favour of programmes customised to each organisation's specific statutory and regulatory requirements. Lead trainer Helen McMahon utilises diverse engagement strategies to create highly interactive sessions where every participant contributes and feels valued. The methodology emphasises real-life scenarios, honest personal background sharing and practical group activities to make learning both enjoyable and memorable. Training can be delivered at the client's chosen venue anywhere in Northern Ireland, with scheduling flexibility including evenings and weekends. Consultancy services range from telephone assistance to comprehensive monthly audits and inspections, always concluding with detailed follow-up reports and actionable recommendations. Who It's For Commercial and non-commercial organisations across Northern Ireland; private and public sector employers; hospitality and catering businesses requiring HACCP and food hygiene compliance; childcare and education professionals seeking paediatric first aid certification; HR departments and managers responsible for workplace safety and mental health support; employees at all levels needing HSE-approved first aid, health and safety or manual handling qualifications; organisations seeking bespoke mental health interventions and awareness programmes. Facilities & Practical Info Training is delivered primarily at client premises or chosen venues throughout Belfast and across Northern Ireland, with options for evening and weekend scheduling to minimise business disruption. Courses are available for individuals and groups, with intensive formats designed to bring staff rapidly up to speed. All programmes meet UK statutory obligations and are certificated through accredited awarding bodies. Location Address: Unit 273, Moat House, 54 Bloomfield Avenue, Belfast, BT5 5AD, United Kingdom Hours: See website for schedule The "+" ✅ Triple-accredited provider recognised by Qualsafe Awards, CIEH and Highfield, guaranteeing regulatory compliance and nationally recognised certification. ✅ Fully bespoke course design and flexible delivery model, including evening, weekend and on-site training anywhere in Northern Ireland. ✅ Highly experienced owner-trainer Helen McMahon, praised consistently for engaging, knowledgeable and interactive presentation style using real-life examples. ✅ Comprehensive end-to-end consultancy offering from telephone support to monthly audits, detailed reports and follow-up recommendations. ✅ Strong 5-star client reputation with verified Google reviews highlighting exceptional training quality in first aid, food safety, health and safety and mental health.