Menopause in the Workplace Menopause can have a significant impact on the wellbeing and performance of many employees, yet it is often overlooked or misunderstood in the workplace. Creating an environment where women feel supported during this life stage is essential for fostering inclusion, empathy, and productivity. Legal Island’s Menopause in the Ireland Workplace eLearning course is designed to improve understanding of the menopause and promote open, informed conversations across the organisation. The course provides practical guidance on how to support colleagues, challenge stigma, and create a more inclusive and comfortable workplace culture. Tailored specifically for the Irish workplace, this course is suitable for all employees, regardless of gender, and offers comprehensive training to raise awareness, build confidence, and support meaningful change in workplace attitudes and practices.
Overview

Understanding Menopause in the Workplace

Menopause is a natural stage of life that can significantly affect individuals in the workplace, impacting physical health, emotional wellbeing, and overall job performance. Despite this, it often remains a misunderstood and under-discussed topic. As awareness grows, it is vital that organisations build a culture where menopause is acknowledged and openly supported.

Employees play a key role in creating an inclusive and empathetic workplace. By understanding the effects of menopause and knowing how to offer appropriate support, colleagues and managers can help build a working environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and comfortable.

This eLearning course, Menopause in the Ireland Workplace, provides staff with a clear understanding of what menopause is, how it can impact daily work life, and how to respond with sensitivity and confidence. It offers practical guidance for supporting affected colleagues, encourages open communication, and contributes to building a workplace culture rooted in inclusion, respect, and wellbeing.

What's Included

What is Included in our Menopause in the Workplace Training for Ireland?

Legal Island’s Menopause in the Ireland Workplace eLearning course provides essential knowledge to help employees understand the menopause and its impact in a professional context. It encourages open, informed conversations and equips staff with practical strategies to support themselves and their colleagues with empathy and confidence.

This all-staff training promotes a more inclusive and supportive workplace by raising awareness of menopause-related challenges and reducing the stigma that often surrounds the topic. It reinforces the organisation’s commitment to employee wellbeing, equality, and dignity at work. Developed by experts in workplace inclusion and tailored specifically for organisations operating in Ireland, the course ensures staff are prepared to respond respectfully and knowledgeably.

Topics covered include:

•    What menopause is
•    The law relating to menopause in the workplace
•    The symptoms of menopause
•    How to support your colleagues 
•    Top tips to cope with menopause

Should you have a particular need to brand or tailor any of our courses to your specific requirements, that is no problem at all. We offer a full bespoke service in-house. If you have any questions or queries, please feel free to contact our eLearning Client Executive, Glen Bell – glen@legal-island.com 

Importance of Training

Why Menopause Training is Essential in Ireland?

Menopause is a significant but often overlooked aspect of workplace wellbeing. Without proper understanding and support, it can have a serious impact on employee health, confidence, and performance, leading to reduced morale, increased absenteeism, and even loss of talent. As awareness grows, it's clear that supporting menopausal employees is not just a health issue, it's a workplace priority.

Providing menopause awareness training demonstrates a meaningful commitment to inclusion, dignity, and employee wellbeing. It helps to break down stigma, encourages open and respectful dialogue, and equips staff at all levels with the knowledge and confidence to offer support where it’s needed.

Investing in this training contributes to a more compassionate, informed, and equitable working culture. In teams where menopause is acknowledged and understood, individuals are more likely to feel valued, remain engaged, and thrive in their roles. With the right tools and awareness, organisations can build safer, more supportive workplaces where everyone has the opportunity to perform at their best, regardless of life stage.

Who is it for?

Who needs Menopause training?

This course is essential for employees at all levels who want to better understand menopause and its impact in the workplace. Whether directly experiencing menopause or working alongside those who are, all staff can benefit from developing greater awareness, empathy, and confidence in discussing this important issue.

The training is especially valuable for managers, team leaders, and HR professionals who are responsible for supporting employee wellbeing and fostering an inclusive work environment. Equipping these individuals with accurate information and practical strategies helps ensure that policies, conversations, and day-to-day practices reflect care, sensitivity, and legal compliance.

Tailored to the Irish workplace, this course supports the creation of a culture where menopause is openly acknowledged and appropriately supported, enabling employees to feel seen, valued, and empowered throughout every stage of their working lives.

Course Duration

How long does our Menopause Training Take?

This course takes approximately 30 minutes to complete, including an assessment. It is self-paced, allowing employees to stop and resume as needed, making it easy to fit into busy schedules. Upon successful completion, each staff member will receive a personalised certificate for their records. 

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of users said they found the courses beneficial for their organisation

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of users said they would recommend our eLearning courses to other organisations

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hours of training and course content delivered

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employees across the island of Ireland have now benefited from our services

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