Ben training suite expands with new women’s health training courses

9 March 2026  

Ben has introduced two new women’s health training courses designed to help people across the automotive industry better understand the physical, emotional and psychological health challenges women may experience.

The two new training courses are called Women’s Health Awareness and Menopause Awareness.

The Women’s Health Awareness course offers insights into the health challenges and risks that many women face. It helps participants build practical skills, confidence and resilience so they can better manage women’s health and wellbeing. The course also supports people in gaining a clearer understanding of personal wellbeing and equips them with the knowledge to recognise, support and empower women at work and beyond. In addition, the programme focuses on how to hold supportive, open conversations about women’s health.

Ben is also launching a new menopause-focused training course. Menopause not only affects women, but it can also affect others around them too, and its effects, from physical and emotional changes to challenges such as sleep disruption, mood, cognitive symptoms and stress, can influence both work and home life.

The Menopause Awareness course has been designed as an accessible introduction to what menopause is, helping people of all genders feel more informed and confident discussing it. Participants receive up‑to‑date guidance and information, learn how to spot signs and symptoms that may suggest someone is experiencing menopause, and explore how it can affect individuals in the workplace. The course also explains the types of practical support that may be needed.

Both courses are available either face-to-face or virtually, giving employers flexibility around locations or shift patterns.

The launch of these new courses underlines Ben’s commitment to inclusivity and improving the health and long-term wellbeing of people working in the automotive sector. It also aligns with recent government action to prioritise women’s health, including strengthened national strategies and expanded menopause support, signalling a growing recognition of the importance of workplace and health-system support in this area.

Commenting on the addition of these two new courses, Julie Hayes, Specialist Services Lead at Ben, said: “Supporting the health and wellbeing of automotive people has always been at the heart of our mission, and the launch of our women’s health and menopause course reflects that commitment. These courses are there to provide the tools and resources to improve women’s health and wellbeing across the industry.

“We know that when employees feel understood, supported and valued, they’re more confident, more connected and able to bring their best selves to work. Our courses give individuals, managers and teams the tools they need to recognise challenges, have supportive conversations about women’s health and create a more inclusive workplace culture.

“For employers, the benefits include improved wellbeing, better retention, reduced absence and stronger, more resilient teams. We’re proud to be a trusted training partner for the automotive industry and we look forward to working with many more automotive businesses as we continue rolling out our new programme of training. With over 120 years of expertise supporting automotive people, we are uniquely placed to deliver training that genuinely helps individuals thrive at home and work.”

Find out more and book

• Women’s Health Awareness training: ben.org.uk/womenshealth
• Menopause Awareness training:  ben.org.uk/menopauseawareness