Business Details
Trusted First Aid and Mental Health Training in Belfast
At Goody Training Solutions, we specialise in delivering tailored first aid, food hygiene, and mental health training to organisations across Northern Ireland. Our approach prioritises flexibility, ensuring courses meet statutory requirements while addressing specific organisational needs. Approved by Qualsafe Awards, CIEH, and Highfield, our training is led by Helen McMahon, an experienced professional with a proven track record in staff development and safety compliance. We focus on interactive learning, fostering engagement through practical scenarios and real-life examples. Our consultancy services extend to HACCP audits and health & safety assessments, providing actionable reports to enhance workplace standards.With a commitment to accessibility, we offer training at client premises or our Belfast facility, supported by flexible scheduling options. Our reputation for excellence is reflected in consistently positive feedback, highlighting Helen's ability to make complex topics engaging and accessible. We maintain rigorous quality standards, ensuring clients receive up-to-date, legally compliant training that empowers their teams. Our services cater to both public and private sectors, with a particular emphasis on practical skill development and legislative adherence. By combining expertise with a personable approach, we aim to build long-term partnerships, supporting businesses in maintaining safe, informed work environments.
Services
First Aid Training
Mental Health First Aid
Food Hygiene Training
HACCP Consultancy
Defibrillator Training
Emergency First Aid at Work
Paediatric First Aid
Health & Safety Audits
Highlights and features
- Tailored courses meeting statutory requirements
- Approved provider by industry-recognised bodies
- Interactive sessions with real-life scenarios
- Experienced lead trainer with 15+ years' expertise
- Comprehensive post-training support and reports
Associations and certifications
- Qualsafe Awards
- CIEH
- Highfield
What people say
Engaging and knowledgeable presenter
Interactive group activities
Real-life examples used
Highly recommend Helen
Informative and enjoyable sessions
Services
First Aid Training
Our First Aid at Work courses equip staff with critical life-saving skills, including CPR, wound management, and incident response. Delivered by expert trainers, sessions combine theory and practical exercises to ensure confidence in real emergencies. Accredited by Qualsafe Awards, our training meets HSE requirements for workplace first aiders.
Mental Health First Aid
Mental Health First Aid training develops awareness of common conditions and crisis intervention techniques. Participants learn to identify early warning signs and guide colleagues toward professional help. Accredited courses cover stress management, anxiety recognition, and creating supportive workplace environments.
Food Hygiene Training
CIEH-accredited food hygiene courses cover contamination prevention, temperature control, and allergen management. Practical sessions ensure staff understand HACCP principles and legal obligations. Ideal for hospitality businesses seeking to maintain hygiene standards and pass inspections.
HACCP Consultancy
Our HACCP consultancy provides tailored food safety systems for catering businesses. Services include procedure development, staff training, and compliance audits. We help implement monitoring systems to ensure consistent adherence to hygiene regulations and successful inspection outcomes.
Defibrillator Training
Defibrillator training covers emergency response protocols and proper AED usage. Participants practice using automated external defibrillators through realistic scenarios, gaining confidence to act during cardiac arrests. Courses align with current resuscitation council guidelines.
People
Helen McMahon
Owner & Lead Trainer
Helen McMahon is an experienced training consultant specialising in first aid, mental health, and food safety. With over 15 years in professional training, she delivers engaging, practical sessions tailored to organisational needs across Northern Ireland.
Questions
What first aid courses do you offer?
We provide First Aid at Work, Emergency First Aid, Paediatric First Aid, and Defibrillator Training, all accredited by Qualsafe Awards.
Are your trainers qualified?
Our lead trainer Helen McMahon holds certifications in first aid, mental health, and food hygiene, with 15+ years' professional training experience.
Do you offer on-site training?
Yes, we deliver training at client premises across Northern Ireland for convenience and minimal workplace disruption.
How long are your food hygiene courses?
Our CIEH Foundation Certificate course lasts one day, covering essential hygiene practices and legal requirements for food handlers.
What mental health training options exist?
We offer Mental Health Awareness, Mental Health First Aider, and bespoke sessions tailored to workplace needs and challenges.
Can you help with HACCP compliance?
Our HACCP consultancy includes system development, staff training, and audits to ensure food safety compliance for hospitality businesses.
Reviews (6)
Timothy Turner
Oct 13, 2021
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I just wanted to say thank you for delivering my emergency first aid training. I really enjoyed the day the content was so interesting and you were so informative. I now feel confident that I could help someone if the situation arises. Seriously I cant thank you enough Helen you were so impressive and I honestly think everyone should do the course.
Harry McMahon
Oct 12, 2021
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Comprehensive first aid course delivered by a very knowledgeable trainer, Helen. It definitely gave me the confidence to approach a first aid situation with a degree of competence.
Martina Morrison
Oct 11, 2021
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I thoroughly recommend Helen for any training needs. Her delivery and ability to keep her audience captivated is a skill all on it's own. I recently completed the 'Emergency first aid at work' course and can't express enough how great I found it
Sharon McNulty
Sep 28, 2021
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Helen facilitated the risk assessment and manual handling training for the Serenity Sparks Joy team. She was knowledgeable, professional and made the session interesting. I highly recommend her services.
Jonathan
Sep 18, 2021
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I have been doing first aid training for years to get first aid at work training. Helen brings a fresh approach to her training, she makes it really enjoyable and the time flies. Not only a great trainer but her passion for the topic shines through!
Melanie West
Sep 15, 2021
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I was fortunate enough to meet Helen through BNI and she has been fantastic at providing support and training for all safety aspects of my business. First Aid for my team, Covid risk assessments and signage and more recently H&S assessments. Not only has she provided amazing guidance and training but where Helen couldnt assist e.g. Fire safety and equipment, she was able to reliably refer me to others. First class communication, training and support. Brilliant Helen!
