Menopause and HRT
Menopause and HRT Update for Registered Healthcare Professionals
This Menopause and HRT Update course is designed for experienced registered healthcare professionals who want to strengthen their knowledge of menopause care and deepen their understanding of safe, evidence‑based HRT prescribing. Moreover, the session provides a structured, clinically focused update on diagnosing menopause, recognising when investigations are appropriate, and managing a wide range of menopausal symptoms within primary care. As a result, delegates gain greater confidence in supporting patients through perimenopause, menopause and post‑menopause.
Throughout the course, participants explore the complexities of premature ovarian insufficiency, including how it presents, how it differs from natural menopause, and why early recognition is essential for long‑term health. Additionally, the session offers a detailed overview of HRT preparations, helping clinicians understand the differences between oestrogen‑only, combined, transdermal and oral options, as well as how to tailor treatment to individual patient needs. This ensures safer prescribing decisions, aligned with current national guidance.
Furthermore, the course emphasises practical communication skills, enabling clinicians to discuss menopause confidently, address common concerns, and support shared decision‑making. Consequently, delegates leave with improved clarity on when to investigate, when to reassure, and when to escalate care.
Aims of the Training
By the end of the session, participants will be able to:
- Diagnose menopause and recognise when investigation is appropriate
- Discuss the management of menopausal symptoms confidently with patients
- Understand premature ovarian insufficiency and its clinical implications
- Identify and compare different HRT preparations
- Prescribe HRT safely and effectively within current guidance
Ideal for clinicians delivering women’s health, minor illness, long‑term condition management and menopause support in primary care, this course strengthens both clinical competence and patient‑centred communication—ensuring high‑quality menopause care across the NHS and private sector.
