Menopause Awareness

The NHS Menopause Awareness Programme supports colleagues across the NHS by improving understanding of the menopause transition and access to consistent, practical workplace support. It is designed to help staff stay well, confident and supported at work. The programme consists of four 30-minute eLearning sessions, which can be completed in any order and have no prerequisites. 

 

Intended audience 

This programme is for NHS colleagues, including: 

• Colleagues experiencing menopause symptoms 

• Line managers supporting staff 

• People professionals 

• Occupational health teams 

• Staff involved in workforce wellbeing and support 

 

Key areas covered 

The eLearning sessions explore: 

• What the menopause is and the stages of the menopause transition 

• Common signs and symptoms of menopause 

• How menopause symptoms can affect people at work 

• Practical workplace adjustments 

• Approaches to supportive and confident conversations 

• Signposting to further help and support 

• The role of people professionals and occupational health teams 

 

Learning objectives 

By the end of the programme, learners will be able to: 

• Understand what the menopause is and how it may affect individuals 

• Recognise the impact of menopause symptoms in the workplace 

• Identify practical ways to support colleagues at work 

• Have supportive and informed conversations about menopause 

• Understand routes to further support, including occupational health