This course equips staff with the knowledge and skills to understand the menopause continuum and its workplace implications, fostering a more inclusive and supportive environment. Delegates will learn to challenge myths, recognise the physical, cognitive and emotional impacts of menopause on performance, and apply the legal framework of the Equality Act 2010 and ACAS guidance with confidence. Through practical communication strategies and empathy-building exercises, participants will gain the tools to support colleagues effectively, navigate reasonable adjustments, and overcome managerial anxieties around discrimination. Ultimately, this training promotes dignity, wellbeing and legal compliance, helping organisations retain talent and cultivate a culture where all employees can thrive.
Ever wondered how menopause really affects your team?
This half‑day course gives staff and managers the confidence to talk openly, spot challenges early, and put real support in place.
You’ll walk away able to bust myths, understand the full impact on wellbeing and performance, and apply the Equality Act 2010 with clarity.
It’s practical, it’s compliant, and it builds a workplace where everyone feels valued.
Delivered as an open course, closed group session, or one‑to‑one coaching – it fits your needs.
And yes, it counts towards three CPD hours.
To find out more, contact us at lets talk at e q v dot co dot uk.
Counts towards 3 CPD HoursHalf DayAM/PMOpen Public & Closed Group
Please reflect on one or more of the questions below and come prepared to discuss your responses during the session.
Self-Assessment: On a scale of 1–10, how would you rate your current skill level in this subject? What factors influenced your rating?
Development Focus: Identify one specific behaviour, skill, or capability you would like to improve or develop further.
Relevant Examples: If possible, bring one or two relevant examples or scenarios from your experience that you would be willing to share with the group.
What You Will Learn
Define the menopause continuum and distinguish between perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause phases.
Identify and challenge common myths, stereotypes, and cultural barriers surrounding the menopause.
Analyse the specific physical, cognitive, and emotional impacts of menopause on workplace performance.
Evaluate the legal framework including the Equality Act 2010, ACAS Code, and relevant tribunal case law.
Distinguish between 'reasonable adjustments' and 'flexible working requests' in a legal context.
Demonstrate empathy and active listening skills when supporting colleagues experiencing menopause symptoms.
Construct effective scripts for employees to disclose symptoms and for managers to respond supportively.
Develop strategies to overcome managerial anxiety and fear of discrimination when managing menopausal staff.
Your Post-Course Challenge
Within 7 days, have a conversation with one colleague about what support they need.
Identify one 'immediate fix' adjustment you can implement in your team this week.
Counts Towards 3 CPD Hours
This course contributes 3 hours of Continuing Professional Development. Delegates can log these hours as evidence of structured learning for professional bodies and employers.
This course is designed for anyone in the workplace who wants to build confidence and competence in supporting colleagues through the menopause transition. Whether you are a manager, team member, or HR professional, you will gain the knowledge and skills to foster a more inclusive and understanding environment.
This course is ideal for:
Line managers who want to support their team members effectively and comply with workplace obligations
HR professionals seeking to develop inclusive policies and provide informed guidance
Team leaders aiming to create a psychologically safe space for open conversations about health and wellbeing
Employees experiencing menopause who wish to better understand their own journey and communicate needs confidently
Colleagues and peers looking to offer meaningful support and reduce stigma in everyday interactions
Diversity and inclusion champions committed to advancing equity and awareness across all life stages
No prior experience needed
No prior knowledge of menopause or equality legislation is required to benefit from this course. It is accessible to all staff levels and roles, with content presented clearly and respectfully for learners of any background.
What you will take away
You will leave with practical tools to recognise and respond to menopause-related needs in the workplace, increased confidence in having supportive conversations, and a clearer understanding of how to promote dignity, inclusion, and compliance for everyone.
For Groups & Teams
We can deliver this training session in several ways to suit your organisation’s needs:
Open Public Course
Join delegates from other organisations on a scheduled date
Closed Group
Exclusively for your team, using your real scenarios
In Person
Face-to-face at your premises or a venue of your choice
Virtual
Live, interactive online delivery via Teams or Zoom
One-to-One Coaching
Personalised sessions tailored entirely to you
Have two or more people to train?
You may want to consider a closed group course. Benefits include:
Cost effective for teams
Choose a date to suit you
Customise content and timings
No minimum delegate numbers
Uses your real-world scenarios
Builds shared language in your team
Contact us on [email protected] to discuss specific dates and delivery requirements.
How Our Tutor-Led Courses Are Delivered
Before the day
Delegates are given pre-work to complete before attending. This ensures everyone arrives with relevant context and real scenarios from their own experience, so learning is immediately relevant and actionable from the first minute.
On the day
Our sessions are participative and highly interactive. We don’t do “death by PowerPoint” — instead, the day includes a variety of engaging activities throughout:
Real-world casework using your scenarios
Practical hands-on exercises
Real Play (not role play) simulations
Peer learning and group discussion
Case studies and scenario work
Facilitated discussion and structured reflection
What you leave with
Participants leave with:
Practical tools — frameworks and models you can use straight away
Clear action plans — specific next steps tailored to your role
Greater confidence — built through intensive, realistic practice
Skills you can apply immediately — not theory, but techniques tested during the day
After the day
Post-session measurements and a 30-day challenge ensure that learning is embedded and behaviour change is sustained.
Key Features
Course Duration is 1/2 Day
Engaging tutor led event
Comprehensive course materials
Certificates of attendance
Access to Customer Portal (course bookers)
Course Guarantee
Priced per day for a group of up to 12 delegates
£695.00 Plus VAT
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Payment available via all major credit cards or Invoice. All options available during the online booking process.
