Menopause Management Course
Gain confidence in evidence-based care from perimenopause through menopause and beyond with this self-paced online course, developed by NPs in collaboration with leading menopause experts.
Trusted by 2,000+ clinicians across Canada and the United States
12.0 ANCC contact hours, including 4.0 pharmacology hours
NP Circle is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
We’ve got you covered
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Created by expert NPs
Reviewed by leading national and international menopause experts.
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Practice-ready tools
150 quiz questions, clinical algorithms and 200+ pages of downloadable resources.
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Canadian and U.S. guidelines
Lab values are given in both SI and conventional units.
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12 hours, at your pace
Self-paced video lessons with lifetime access.
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ANCC accredited
12.0 contact hours, including 4.0 pharmacology hours.
Meet the faculty
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Aliya Hajee
MN, BScN, NP, MSCP
Nurse Practitioner
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Alix Consorti
MN, BScN, NP, MSCP
Nurse Practitioner
Course Creator -

Claudia Mariano
MSc, BScN, PHCNP
Retired Nurse Practitioner
Clinical Advisor -

Kathryn Flanigan
MN, BScN, NP, MSCP
Nurse Practitioner
Clinical Advisor -

Dr. Denise Black
MD, FRCSC
Obstetrician-Gynecologist
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Dr. Vivien Brown
MDCM, CCFP, FCFP, MSCP
Family Physician
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Dr. Alison Shea
MD, PhD, FRCSC, MSCP
Obstetrician-Gynecologist
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Dr. Kelsey Mills
MD, FRCSC, MSCP
Obstetrician-Gynecologist
Expert Reviewer
Course overview
Symptoms often overlap with other clinical conditions, which can make recognition and management challenging in real world practice. This course was created by NPs in collaboration with national and international menopause experts to help clinicians deliver evidence-based care from perimenopause through menopause and beyond.
Across 5 in-depth modules, you will build a structured approach: from foundational physiology and symptom patterns to clinical reasoning, safe prescribing, and long-term health support. Each module builds on the last to strengthen clinical reasoning.
The course integrates Canadian, U.S., and international clinical guidelines. Lab values are presented in both SI and conventional units where applicable to support clinicians across North America.
Who it’s for
This program is for clinicians in primary care and women’s health who manage menopause and midlife health. It is suitable for NPs, physicians, registered nurses, physician assistants, midwives, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals involved in menopause care.
Learning objectives
By the end of this activity, learners will be able to:
Recognize common menopause-related symptom patterns across the transition and beyond.
Differentiate menopause-related presentations from common overlapping clinical conditions.
Identify evidence-based hormonal and non-hormonal treatment options, including key counselling and monitoring considerations.
Determine when referral or interdisciplinary collaboration is appropriate.
Understand long-term health considerations in menopause care, including lifestyle strategies and preventive care planning.
What you’ll learn
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Foundations on Menopause Care
Module 1
Build a solid understanding of hormonal physiology, staging, and inclusive care principles that form the foundation for effective menopause management.
Topics include
Key terminology and definitions in menopause care
Hormonal physiology and changes across midlife
The STRAW+10 staging framework and clinical application
Systemic effects of estrogen decline across body systems
The historical and modern landscape of menopause care
Implementing trauma-informed and inclusive care in midlife medicine
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Comprehensive Symptom Assessment
Module 2
Identify and interpret the full spectrum of menopause symptoms, connecting clinical patterns with underlying physiology.
Topics include
Introduction to symptom assessment
Evaluating menstrual cycle changes and bleeding patterns
Assessment of vasomotor symptoms
Identifying genitourinary syndrome of menopause
Recognizing pelvic floor disorders in midlife
Evaluation of sexual health and function
Navigating sleep disturbances and hormone disruption
Approach to mood and cognitive changes
Management of other common and atypical presentations
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Diagnostic Reasoning and Evaluation
Module 3
Develop a structured, evidence-based approach to evaluating menopause and confidently navigating differential diagnoses.
Topics include
The clinical approach to history-taking and physical exams
Laboratory evaluation and hormone testing thresholds
Targeted imaging and clinical procedures
Navigating differentials and complex presentations
Determining when to refer and collaborate
Synthesizing the diagnostic approach
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Evidence-Based Treatment Approaches
Module 4
Translate clinical evidence into individualized treatment plans using both hormonal and non-hormonal modalities.
Topics include
Principles of treatment and patient counseling
Overview of evidence-based treatment approaches
Hormone therapy evidence, indications, and safety
Practical protocols for prescribing and monitoring hormone therapy
Non-hormonal and integrated approaches to management
Targeted vasomotor symptom management
Genitourinary syndrome of menopause and sexual health management
Approach to mood, sleep, and cognition symptom management
Bone health and osteoporosis management
Weight and obesity management in midlife
Contraception in perimenopause
Tailoring care for special populations in menopause care
Hormone therapy monitoring and discontinuation
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Long-Term Health Optimization
Module 5
Support lasting well-being and preventive care by managing chronic health risks throughout the postmenopausal years.
Topics include
Introduction to long-term health optimization
Metabolic and nutritional health strategies
Physical activity and exercise prescriptions for midlife
Counseling on alcohol, tobacco, and substance use
Cardiometabolic health and risk reduction
Long-term bone health preservation
Mental health and sleep optimization
Cognitive and brain health support
Navigating sexual health and intimacy
Screening and preventive care frameworks
Delivering whole-person menopause care
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Ready to get started?
Join a growing community of clinicians taking the course.
Self-paced: Fully online curriculum you can start anytime.
Expert-led: 12 hours of video lessons created by NPs and leading specialists.
Practice-ready: 200+ pages of downloadable, evidence-based resources.
Case-focused: 150 integrated quiz questions to build clinical reasoning.
Peer support: A private discussion space for collaboration and clinical advice.
Flexible: Study anywhere on your desktop, laptop, or mobile device.
Lifetime access: One-time payment with no subscription or hidden fees.
Earn 12.0 ANCC contact hours, including 4.0 pharmacology hours.
Testimonials
FAQs
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Both programs are online, but they offer different learning experiences.
The Menopause Management Course is a self-paced program covering menopause care from assessment and diagnosis through treatment, monitoring, and long-term health. It suits clinicians who want a complete, structured curriculum they can work through and revisit on their own schedule.
The Menopause & Midlife Health Expert Series is specialist-led and focused on high-impact topics, complex cases, practical prescribing, and evolving evidence. It suits clinicians who want expert perspectives, case-based discussion, and the option to attend live with Q&A or watch on demand.
Neither is a prerequisite for the other, and many clinicians take both.
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Yes. NP Circle is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
This activity is designated for 12.0 ANCC contact hours, including 4.0 pharmacology hours. ANCC contact hours are accepted by the AANP Certification Board for NP recertification.
To receive contact hours, learners must view all required modules, complete the associated learning quizzes, and complete the post-activity evaluation and attestation. No minimum passing score is required. A certificate of completion reflecting the awarded contact hours will be issued upon completion of activity requirements.
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This is not an official MSCP exam preparation course, but it was developed by clinicians who hold the MSCP credential, using the learning domains and core resources highlighted by The Menopause Society. It provides a strong foundation in evidence-based menopause care, including for clinicians preparing for the certification exam.
NP Circle developed this course independently. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by The Menopause Society and does not guarantee exam outcomes.
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Your access never expires. You can complete the course at your own pace, with lifetime access to the course platform and all downloadable clinical resources.
The 12.0 ANCC contact hours must be claimed by January 12, 2029. To earn them, complete the course requirements and evaluation by that date.
After that date, content is reviewed for clinical accuracy. If the course is reissued with updated guidelines, your access is typically extended to the new version.
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The course integrates Canadian, U.S., and international clinical guidelines. Lab values are presented in both SI and conventional units where applicable to support clinicians across North America.
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No. The course is fully self-paced and on-demand, so you can start any time and work at your own speed. The private peer discussion space is there for questions and collegial support throughout.
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No. While the content is designed through an NP lens, this program is for any clinician in primary care or women’s health who manages menopause and midlife health. It is suitable for NPs, physicians, registered nurses, physician assistants, midwives, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals involved in menopause care.
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Course fees are partially subsidized through an unrestricted educational grant from Bayer Inc. Bayer did not participate in the planning, content, delivery, or evaluation of this activity.
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NP Circle is founded and led by NPs. Our team plans, reviews, and moderates every program, with needs assessments guiding the topics we cover and the clinical questions we address.
We bring together expert NPs, physicians, pharmacists, and other specialists so learners can benefit from the depth of knowledge and clinical experience across disciplines. Faculty are selected for their topic expertise, teaching ability, and the practical value they bring to NP practice.
Interested in teaching with us? Apply here.
Registration is open
Join 2,000+ clinicians learning evidence-based menopause care
This course was supported by an unrestricted educational grant from Bayer Inc. Bayer did not participate in the planning, content, delivery, or evaluation of this activity.

