Become a Menopause Certified Employer

Lead the change. Support your Workforce. Strengthen your Bottom-Line.

Menopause Support is now the Law!

Lead the way as one of the first employers to earn Menopause Certification.

Ensure compliance with emerging laws—like Rhode Island’s—while positioning your organization at the forefront of workplace wellbeing.

Retain Your Leadership Talent & Attract Experienced Talent

1 in 4 female employees who are at the peak of their career consider leaving their jobs due to their untreated symptoms.

Workplace Impact Statistics: The Business Case for Menopause Support

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Women left a job due to their symptoms

Menopause affects millions of working women, yet workplace support is often lacking. Our certification program helps organizations create inclusive environments that boost employee wellbeing, improve retention, and demonstrate leadership in workplace wellness.

Why Become a Menopause Certified Employer

Retain & Attract Experienced Talent

20% of the workforce is in menopause, with one in four women considering leaving their jobs due to untreated symptoms. 64% of women want menopause-specific benefits and consider this support when evaluating employers. Menopause Certification empowers employers to retain experienced, high-performing talent at the peak of their careers

Increase Productivity

Untreated menopause symptoms cost U.S. employers $1.8 billion annually in lost productivity. Menopause Certification provides effective support, helping employees stay focused, engaged, and productive at work

Decrease Absenteeism

Forty-five percent of women experiencing menopause have taken sick days due to symptoms. Certification and support can significantly reduce absenteeism and ensure a more reliable, present workforce

Decrease Medical Costs & Claims

Supporting menopause in the workplace reduces symptom severity, leading to fewer medical claims and lower healthcare costs for both employees and organizations

Better Organizational Culture

Menopause Certification fosters education and empathy across all levels—employees, managers, HR, and leadership—creating a supportive environment where everyone benefits from increased understanding and emotional well-being

Reducing Legal exposure

Menopause certification and support help employers decrease legal exposure by proactively addressing ADA, FMLA, and anti-discrimination obligations, reducing the risk of costly claims, lawsuits, and compliance issues as workplace laws and expectations rapidly evolve

The Legal Case for Menopause Support

The Legal Imperative for Menopause Certification: Protecting Employers from Litigation and Future Risk

While no U.S. federal law explicitly mandates menopause accommodations, the legal landscape is rapidly evolving—and forward-thinking employers should act now to mitigate risk and demonstrate leadership. Menopause Certification is not just about employee well-being; it is a strategic move to future-proof your organization against costly litigation and regulatory scrutiny.

Seven Pillars of Certification

Culture & Communication

Open, stigma-free environments with leadership support and peer networks

Education & Awareness

Comprehensive learning for all staff, specialized manager training, and expert resources

Physical Workplace Support

Environmental adaptations, temperature control, comfortable spaces, comfortable and cooling clothing permitted, and privacy accommodations

Flexible Work Arrangements

Schedule flexibility, remote options, modified responsibilities, and medical appointment support

Health & Wellness Benefits

Access to specialists, telehealth, comprehensive healthcare coverage and Rx Delivered directly to home

Policies & Practices

Written policies, accommodation procedures, confidential support, and anti-discrimination protections

Measurement & Improvement

Regular assessment, employee feedback, outcome tracking, and program enhancement

How Certification Works

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Application
Submit comprehensive application and supporting documentation
Assessment
Independent panel reviews evidence and conducts stakeholder interviews
Evaluation
Detailed scoring across all seven pillars with transparent rubric
Certification
Receive badge, certificate, and recognition as certified employer
Renewal
Annual re-certification with continuous improvement evidence

Assessment Criteria

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Requirements
Minimum average score of 2.0 across all pillars required for certification
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No Evidence
No policies, programs, or support available
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Basic Evidence
Minimal programs with limited scope or effectiveness
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Good Evidence
Solid programs demonstrating best practices
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Exemplary
Industry-leading, innovative approaches with measurable impact

Get Started Today

Contact us for an application form & program guide

FAQs

The certification process typically takes 4-6 weeks from application submission to decision.

Certification fees vary by organization size. Contact us for detailed pricing.

Certification is valid for one year, with re-certification required to maintain status. We will notify you when your certification is coming up for renewal.

Certified employers receive ongoing resources, training updates, and access to our community network.

  1. 20% of the US workforce is in menopause
    20% of the US Workforce are in menopause: “From Day One” October 5, 2023
  2. 25% Considered leaving their jobs​
    25% considered leaving their job: BBC Report April 9, 2024
  3. 2-3x a woman’s annual salary is the cost of replacing women in leadership.​
    2-3 x annual salary to replace women in leadership: “The Real Costs of Employee Turrnover in 2025”, January 25, 2025 by Tyler Jadah.
  4. 200-300% of salary is cost of replacing leadership
    Applauz. The True Costs of Employee Turnover.
    https://www.applauz.me/resources/costs-of-employee-turnover
    – Replacing a woman in a leadership position can cost 200–300% of her salary.
  5. $8,000 loss productivity per employee per year. $1.8B loss annually in the US.​
    Mayo Clinic Proceedings. The Economic Burden of Menopause-Associated Vasomotor Symptoms in the United States.
    https://www.mayoclinicproceedings.org/pb-assets/Health%20Advance/journals/jmcp/JMCP4097_proof.pdf
    – Menopause symptoms cost an estimated $1.8 billion annually in lost work time in the U.S.
    – Excess direct medical expenditures due to menopause total an estimated $24.8 billion for U.S. women aged 45–60.
  6. 80% of ObGyn’s feel that they are not trained in menopause. Our team brings expertise and understanding.
    AARP. What Doctors Don’t Know About Menopause. July 20, 2018.
    https://www.aarp.org/health/conditions-treatments/menopause-symptoms-doctors-relief-treatment
    – 80% of graduating internal medicine residents did not feel competent to treat menopause. Only 20% of OB/GYN residency programs offer menopause training.

  7. 200-400% ROI for every dollar spent in Women’s health programs.
    Milliman. Healthcare Cost and Utilization for Women in Menopause. June 2023.
    https://www.milliman.com/en/insight/healthcare-cost-utilization-women-in-menopause
    – Medical and prescription costs for women ages 45–54 experiencing menopause are 47% higher than for the general population of women in the same age group.
    – Investing in women’s health yields a 200–400% return on investment for every dollar spent.

  8. Bonafide. The State of Menopause 2024.
    – 76% of employees called for better menopause support in the workplace.
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  9. 71% reduction in healthcare cost for employers implementing menopause support.
    Menopause Matters. Menopause Management in the Workplace.
    – Organizations that implemented menopause management programs saw a 71% reduction in healthcare expenses for employees experiencing menopause.
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  10. Newson, L., & Lewis, R. (2021). Delayed Diagnosis and Treatment of Menopause is Wasting NHS Appointments and Resources.
    https://www.balance-menopause.com/news/delayed-diagnosis-and-treatment-of-menopause-is-wasting-nhs-appointments-and-resources
    – On average, six or more doctors are consulted before a woman receives a menopause diagnosis and treatment.

  11. Dr. Louise Newson. October 2021 Poll.
    – 99% of women reported that perimenopausal or menopausal symptoms negatively affected their careers.
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  12. Yale University & Johns Hopkins University. Insurance Claim Review and “Let’s Please Talk About Menopause.” October 15, 2024.
    – 75% of women who sought care for menopause symptoms did not receive treatment.
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  13. Biote. Women in the Workplace. May 10, 2022.
    – 87% of women have not spoken to their employer about their menopause symptoms.
    (Direct link not provided — consider adding if available.)

  14. Equality and Human Rights Commission. Menopause in the Workplace Guidance. February 2025.
    https://www.equalityhumanrights.com/guidance/menopause-workplace-guidance-employers#menopause-and-perimenopause
    – 79% of women reported reduced concentration at work due to menopausal symptoms.

  15. 1 in 10 Women left a job due to their symptoms UK-based Data: A 2023 survey by the Fawcett Society (a UK gender equality organization) in partnership with Channel 4, found that 1 in 10 women who have experienced menopause have left a job due to their symptoms. https://www.fawcettsociety.org.uk/news/menopause-symptoms-have-a-huge-economic-impact-on-working-women