Menopause at Work Course

Menopause at Work – Online Course

Course overview
This online course introduces menopause and its relevance to the workplace, with a focus on supporting employees and creating an understanding working environment. It explores menopause symptoms, workplace adjustments, sensitive conversations, confidentiality and the responsibilities of managers. Learners will also consider risk assessments, performance management and workplace policies. The course takes approximately one hour to complete and is worth 1 CPD point.

Please note: This is an introductory, Level 1 course designed to develop awareness and understanding of menopause in the workplace. It does not replace role-specific training or any additional guidance an employer may require for individual workplace responsibilities.

What the course covers
• Understanding menopause and its common symptoms
• The relevance of menopause in the workplace
• Ways to support employees experiencing menopause
• Discussing menopause sensitively and appropriately
• Manager behaviours and responsibilities
• Starting and managing sensitive conversations
• Maintaining confidentiality
• Workplace risk assessments
• Appropriate workplace adjustments
• Common symptoms and potential adjustments
• Managing performance fairly
• Developing a menopause policy
• Appointing menopause and wellbeing champions
• Menopause and the law

Who is it for?
This course is suitable for employees, managers and workplace professionals who want to improve their understanding of menopause and its impact on working life. It can support staff induction, refresher training, awareness and knowledge enhancement.

It may be particularly relevant to:
• Line managers and supervisors supporting employees
• Human resources professionals
• Occupational health and employee wellbeing teams
• Employees seeking greater awareness of menopause at work
• Diversity and inclusion professionals
• Wellbeing champions
• Employee assistance and support service providers
• Other staff involved in workplace policies, communication or employee support

Practical benefits
• Develop a clearer understanding of menopause and its workplace relevance
• Recognise common symptoms and consider their potential impact on working life
• Improve confidence when approaching sensitive conversations
• Understand the importance of confidentiality and respectful communication
• Identify workplace adjustments and risk assessment considerations
• Support managers in responding appropriately to employee concerns
• Understand the role of menopause policies and wellbeing champions
• Gain a CPD-accredited certificate after successfully completing the course quiz

What learners will be able to do
• Explain key menopause-related terminology and principles
• Recognise why menopause awareness matters in the workplace
• Identify common concerns and situations associated with menopause at work
• Understand individual responsibilities and the limits of their role
• Apply appropriate good-practice principles in workplace situations
• Communicate sensitively with relevant people when concerns arise
• Recognise when further advice, reporting or escalation may be necessary
• Understand the role of confidentiality, workplace adjustments and risk assessments
• Use their learning to contribute to a more supportive and consistent workplace approach

Is this training a legal requirement?
The course includes an introduction to menopause and the law, but the supplied course information does not specify a particular legal requirement for completing this training. Employers and managers should refer to applicable workplace policies and relevant guidance when determining their responsibilities for supporting employees experiencing menopause.

Assessment and certificate
Learners complete an online quiz at the end of the course. On successful completion, they receive a free CPD-accredited Menopause at Work certificate, which can be downloaded or printed. Unlimited assessment retakes are available. The course takes approximately one hour to complete.