CPD – How to Support those with Menopause at Work

Two out of eight women go through the symptoms of menopause, which affects their performance at work. Even though it is growing rapidly across the world, it is still a taboo to discuss menopause in the workplace. Employers and HR managers must be more proactive in supporting female employees who undergo menopause at work. It is not a legal responsibility for them but an important part towards making a collaborative and efficient workplace.

This CPD will give you important knowledge and information about menopause at work. It will not only help learn about its impacts but will also help you implement useful strategies to create a menopause-friendly workplace. If you want to build an organisation that promotes diversity and inclusion, this course will be your guide to helping your company flourish.

What is menopause?

Menopause is a biological process that signifies the end of reproduction for women. It occurs between the ages of 40 and 50 years, but some women experience it at an early stage of their life. It is said that once a woman stops having a menstrual period for 12 months straight, that is the end for her ovaries to function. Due to this transition, they go through a major change in their health and work performance. Moreover, many women find it difficult to deal with menopause at work and coping with the symptoms at work can be extremely difficult.

This course helps employers understand the sensitivity of the topic and break the stereotypes of talking about menopause in the workplace. The resources and the training provided during this course will help them create a more inclusive workplace and be able to better support their employees who go through menopause.

Programme Overview

If you’re a progressive organisation or an open-minded employer hoping to change how sensitive topics are handled at the workplace, this course is key to knowing how to build an environment of safety and inclusion. It will give you an understanding of menopause and perimenopause. Moreover, you will also get practical strategies to support those who are going through menopause in their life.

Moreover, if you are an employee who is struggling with menopause, this course will give you the confidence to discuss and get the support you need at the workplace. After all, creating a menopause-friendly workplace is the foundation towards a better and more productive organisation. This programme will also help you create a menopause policy in line with the employment law to support those who are going through it. After completing this training, you will be able to:

1. Get an in-depth knowledge of menopause and perimenopause
2. Gain insights into the unique challenges caused by menopause at work.
3. Recognise the best practices for companies to create a menopause-friendly workplace.
4. Learn how to create a menopause policy at the workplace.
5. Help employees build confidence to openly talk about menopause at the workplace without any discrimination.
6. Break the stereotype around sensitive topics by dealing with sensitive topics with empathy and compassion.

The CPD – How to Support those with Menopause at Work is not just about spreading awareness in the company. It is about taking action and finding practical solutions to break the stigma of menopause. Employers, HR professionals, and team leaders, if you want to create meaningful change, then this is the right programme for you.

Learning Plan

The CPD – How to Support those with Menopause at Work is strategically created to give you a detailed and hands-on learning experience. Every chapter is designed to highlight the key elements of menopause in the workplace. You will begin the programme by learning the stages of menopause and looking at some interesting statistics.

With a blend of captivating content, interactive sessions and industry experts, this course will encourage students to promote menopause-friendly strategies. This course will help you encourage an inclusive environment and look out for employees who go through menopause. Let us now explore the topics that you will learn throughout the course.

• Introduction to menopause and its awareness in the workplace
• Impact of menopause on employees' personal and professional lives
• Health changes and support are required for women who go through menopause
• Strategies on how to create a menopause-friendly workplace
• Understand how to create and implement a menopause policy in the workplace

Entry Standards

This CPD – How to Support those with Menopause at Work course is suitable for employees and employers who work in different industries and want to increase their awareness about menopause at work. You don't need any prior experience or skills to start this course. All you need is the will to create a change and a better workplace. If you are a business owner or an HR manager who wants to create a menopause-friendly workplace, then this course is for you. We also encourage our students to come with an open mind and enthusiasm to learn to get the best outcome from this programme.

Impact of menopause at work on employee performance

Menopause is a natural and stressful time in a woman’s life. Employers often neglect the impacts on their work performance. The physical, mental and emotional challenges can be a barrier to their ability to give their best performance. Therefore, having a deep understanding of these impacts is vital to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace. Let us explore these impacts on how menopause can be overwhelming and challenging in the workplace:

• Physical disturbances such as fatigue, sweating and disturbances in sleep patterns
• Emotional and psychological changes such as mood swings, anxiety and depression. Menopause also creates a brain fog, which leads to errors, reduces the ability to multitask and a lack of concentration.
• Menopause leads to isolation and a lack of support at the workplace. This is because sometimes it creates an awkward situation. This creates a lack of confidence among employees to talk about menopause at the workplace.

How to manage menopause at work for all

To make menopause more manageable in the workplace, it’s important to build an inclusive and supportive work environment. This will help employees perform well despite the challenges they face during this transition. Employers who recognise and provide solutions for employees who go through menopause at work build a better and a successful team. Here are some steps that you can implement in your company to create a menopause-friendly workplace.

1. Spread awareness and educate employees about the sensitivity of menopause.
2. Provide flexible working options and work from home to help employees deal with their symptoms while keeping up with their productivity.
3. Provide a comfortable work environment such as a cool workplace and private space for employees to take steps away from work at regular intervals. 
4. Encourage open conversation to create an inclusive work environment.
5. Offer support such as mental health support and welfare programmes to help improve their overall well-being.
6. Offer mentorship workshops and informal networks for employees to share their experiences and offer support.

Taking the next step towards change

A menopause-friendly workplace is not only about supporting a certain group of employees. It is about creating inclusion and respect that benefits everyone in the organisation. By taking the correct steps to deal with the challenges of menopause at work, you support the well-being of employees. It is an initiative towards becoming an organisation that supports workplace equality. This course will give you the knowledge and skills to make meaningful changes, forming a supportive and inclusive work environment.

Don't wait for change to happen anymore, be the change that your organisation needs. It is time to take the first step and enrol in this course with the College of Contract Management. The CPD – How to Support those with Menopause at Work will equip you with the tools to create a menopause-friendly workplace. Enrol now and create a healthier and more productive work environment. Together, let us create a path towards better workplace equality.

The CPD – How to Support those with Menopause at Work course schedule will be updated once the faculty and management team finalise the lecture timings. If there are any modifications or changes in the course materials, the support staff will inform you. In the meantime, if you have any questions or doubts, feel free to send them through email or live chat options. Let us build a supportive and inclusive workplace together!