UKIHCA CPD APPROVED COURSE

Fundamentals of Menstrual Cycle Health & Awareness

Develop practical knowledge and coaching skills to support women’s health, from the menstrual cycle to perimenopause and menopause.
  • 30 UKIHCA-Approved CPD Hours
  • Menstruation to Menopause
  • Nutrition, Lifestyle & Coaching

Why Women’s Health Knowledge Matters in Practice

Women deserve quality healthcare, education, and support at every stage of life. 

From the menstrual cycle through perimenopause and menopause, hormonal changes can influence many aspects of a woman’s health and wellbeing. Yet many health coaches, nutrition professionals and wellness practitioners receive limited specialist education in women’s health as part of their original training.

That can leave a gap between wanting to support female clients well and having the knowledge and confidence to understand the wider picture.

You may recognise some of these challenges:

  • Feeling underprepared: You want to support clients experiencing menstrual or hormonal changes but would value a deeper understanding of what may be happening and why.
  • Lacking confidence: Conversations around menstrual health, perimenopause and menopause can raise questions you may not feel fully equipped to explore. about menstrual cycles, menopause, and related issues can leave you feeling less authoritative about providing well-rounded guidance.
  • Connecting the wider picture: Nutrition, lifestyle, stress, hormonal health and different life stages can interact in complex ways, making it difficult to know what may be relevant.
  • Staying within professional scope: You want to support clients appropriately, ask better questions and recognise when referral to another healthcare professional may be needed.

Developing a stronger foundation in women’s health can help you understand these conversations in context and support clients with greater knowledge, confidence and professional awareness.

FUNDAMENTALS OF
MENSTRUAL CYCLE HEALTH AND AWARENESS

Build the confidence and expertise to support women through every stage of the menstrual cycle using evidence-informed nutrition, lifestyle and coaching strategies.

Our course combines the holistic insights of Eastern medicine with the latest scientific research, nutrition, and lifestyle strategies to profoundly transform clients’ lives and help them reclaim their vitality.

Curated by three seasoned women's health experts, this course delivers a deep dive into the complexities of the female menstrual cycle.

You'll gain the tools to expertly guide women through every stage, from puberty to menopause, resulting in improved client outcomes, increased business growth, and a competitive edge in the market.

Meet Your Coaches

Suzanne Laurie
Instructor

Nutritional Therapist | Health & Wellness Coach | Positive Psychology Practitioner

Suzanne Laurie brings together expertise in nutritional therapy, health coaching, and positive psychology to help practitioners confidently support women's health and lasting behaviour change.

Holding a BSc in Health Sciences (Nutritional Therapy) and an MSc in Applied Positive Psychology, Suzanne has extensive experience as a nutritional therapist, lecturer, and Health & Wellness Coach. She also played a key role in introducing Ireland's first recognised Health & Wellness Coaching qualification, helping shape the next generation of health coaches.

Her practical, evidence-informed approach equips practitioners with the knowledge and confidence to support women through every stage of the menstrual cycle with clarity and compassion.

Olga Gonzalez
Instructor
Licensed Medical Acupuncturist | Clinical & Health Psychologist | Certified Health & Wellness Coach

Olga Gonzalez combines psychology, health coaching, and traditional Chinese medicine to help practitioners better understand the complex physical and emotional factors that influence women's health and wellbeing.

A Licensed Medical Acupuncturist, Clinical and Health Psychologist, and Certified Health & Wellness Coach, Olga also holds a Postgraduate degree in Applied Psychology and graduated with distinction from the College of Medical Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine in Ireland.

Her integrative, evidence-informed approach provides practitioners with a broader understanding of women's health, equipping them with practical insights to support clients with greater confidence and compassion.
Gwen Enright
Instructor
Nutritional Therapist | Health & Wellness Coach | Women's Health Specialist

Gwen Enright combines nutritional science and health coaching to help practitioners confidently support women through every stage of life, with a particular focus on hormones, stress, pregnancy, and overall wellbeing.

Holding a BSc in Equine Science, a Master's degree in Food Science, Technology and Nutrition, and a Diploma in Nutritional Therapy, Gwen is also a qualified Health & Wellness Coach and founder of Gwenright Nutrition.

Gwen is passionate about translating nutritional science into practical, achievable strategies that practitioners can confidently apply to help women improve their health, wellbeing, and quality of life.


Key Learning Outcomes


1
Understand the Female Cycle

Every woman's body is unique, and so is her menstrual cycle. This course will teach you to recognize the four distinct phases — follicular, ovulatory, luteal, and menstrual — and how they influence your client's physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. By figuring out these cycles, you can help your clients identify patterns, predict potential challenges, and optimize their overall health. 

2
Recognise Common Hormonal Imbalances

Hormones are the unsung heroes of a woman's body, orchestrating everything from mood to metabolism. This course explores common hormonal imbalances like PCOS, endometriosis, and thyroid disorders. You'll learn to identify the root causes, such as stress, diet, and lifestyle factors, and develop strategies to support your clients' hormonal health.

3
Apply Evidence-Based Nutrition

Nutrition is the cornerstone of women's health. Through this course, you’ll confidently craft personalized meal plans aligned with each phase of your clients' menstrual cycle and life stage. You'll harness the healing power of food, tackling common disturbances like PMS, fertility issues, and menopause symptoms. By providing evidence-based guidance, you'll help your clients thrive through nutrition.   

4

Support Women Through Every Life Stage

This course goes beyond symptom management. It equips you to help your clients embrace their cyclical nature as a source of strength and wisdom. You'll learn how to guide women through life transitions, such as puberty, motherhood, and menopause, with grace. By fostering a positive relationship with their bodies, your clients will experience increased self-esteem, resilience, and a sense of wholeness.

Fully approved CPD course with the UKIHCA

Upon successful completion of this course you will receive an e-certificate of achievement from The Wellness Evolution (downloadable from the course). 

This course has been approved for 30 hours of Continual Professional Development (CPD) with the UK and International Health Coaching Association
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A Sneak Peek Inside the Course

What Learners Have to Say:

This course was exactly what I was looking for to have the confidence and capacity to really support women through my nutrition and lifestyle coaching. It's sufficiently in-depth to understand the menstrual cycle and hormones and how nutrition and lifestyle factors interact. It's empowered me personally and as a nutrition professional. I highly recommend it as now that I have this knowledge I feel passionately that every woman should I work with is also empowered to make more informed decisions.

- Jasmine Stevens Wong
Nutrition & Lifestyle Coach and Educator

"This course immediately improved my confidence in supporting female clients. The knowledge I gained around menstrual health, menopause, and hormonal wellbeing began informing my practice straight away, helping me educate clients more effectively and make better-informed referrals when needed. It has been invaluable both professionally and personally."

- Carla Dennien
 Nutrition & Lifestyle Coach

Ready to Build Your Women's Health Expertise?

Enrol in the Fundamentals of Menstrual Cycle Health and Awareness course
 and be recognised as a leading women's health expert. 

With a curriculum designed by highly educated and experienced professionals and a focus on practical application, this course will help you skillfully address the diverse needs of women in midlife, elevate your career, and make a meaningful difference in your client's health.

 Plus, you'll earn 30 valuable CPD hours recognized by the UK & International Health Coaching Association (UKIHCA), enhancing your professional standing.

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