Managing menopause at work

£36.00

This course gives you the tools to manage menopause confidently at work. You will learn how symptoms affect performance, what your legal responsibilities are and how to support employees with simple but practical actions.

After this course, you will be able to build a stronger team, reduce absenteeism on your team and create a better workplace where people can perform at their best.

Why Take This Course?

Menopause can have a significant impact on employees, team dynamics, and workplace culture—factors that influence wellbeing, retention and productivity.

  • Over 75% of menopausal individuals experience symptoms, with 25% reporting severe impacts on daily life. (NHS)
  • 1 in 10 women leave their jobs due to menopause symptoms. (Fawcett Society, 2022)
  • Around 50% of menopausal individuals say their symptoms negatively affect their work. (CIPD, 2023)
  • 30% of women have taken sick leave due to menopause but often do not disclose the reason. (Fawcett Society, 2022)

Your understanding of menopause at work and how you support and manage those with symptoms plays a key role in shaping an inclusive working environment – and so retaining key team members.

This training will provide you with the knowledge and tools to:

  • Understand menopause and its impact on individuals and the workplace.
  • Recognise legal and ethical considerations related to menopause, including employer responsibilities.
  • Identify practical strategies for supporting employees experiencing menopause.
  • Foster a culture where open conversations and appropriate workplace adjustments are encouraged.

 

Course structure

  • 5 in-depth lessons covering the key aspects of menopause in the workplace.
  • Interactive scenarios and case studies to apply your learning.
  • A final knowledge check to reinforce key takeaways.
  • A certificate of completion to demonstrate your commitment to building an inclusive workplace.

 

This course is likely to take around 20 – 30 minutes to complete. However, it is self-paced, giving you flexibility to learn at your own speed within a 90-day access window.


Why It Matters:

By completing this course, you will not only meet legal and ethical obligations but also contribute to a work environment where employees feel valued and supported.

A proactively approach to supporting those with  menopause symptoms in the workplace enhances employee well-being, reduces absenteeism and strengthens your organisation’s culture. Ultimately those are key components to increase productivity and organisational success.