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Guide to Menstrual Health & Hygiene

Course ID: 196247
Alison
Course Location
1.5-3 hours
Free

Course Content

Discover what you need to know about periods and the female reproductive system in this free online course. By the end of this course, you will have a comprehensive understanding of menstrual health. You will gain insights into common health issues associated with periods, PMS and menstrual disorders and treatments available. The course also explores period health and hygiene worldwide and the importance of a healthy diet and lifestyle. Discover the practical, emotional, social and cultural significance of menstruation, from menarche to menopause.

Course Details

Course TypeOnline Learning
Course QualificationCPD Certificate
Course Duration1.5-3 hours
Course FeeFree
Entry RequirementsLike all courses on the Alison Free Learning platform this is a free, CPD-accredited course. A Graduate can choose to buy a certificate or diploma upon successful completion of a course, but this is not required or necessary.

At Alison we believe that free education, more than anything, has the power to break through boundaries and transform lives.

Alison is the world’s largest free online empowerment platform for education and skills training, offering over 5000 CPD accredited courses and a range of impactful career development tools. It is a for-profit social enterprise dedicated to making it possible for anyone, to study anything, anywhere, at any time, for free online, at any subject level. Through our mission, we are a catalyst for positive social change, creating opportunity, prosperity, and equality for everyone.
Career PathWhat You Will Learn In This Free Course
• Discuss the basics of the female reproductive system and menstruation
• List the signs and symptoms of menstruation
• Identify and dispel the common misconceptions or myths associated with menstruation
• Recognise the physical and emotional symptoms of pre-menstrual syndrome or PMS
• Indicate the causes of PMS to address the related issues
• Explain the symptoms, causes, and available treatments for menstrual irregularities or disorders
• Describe the common health issues associated with menstruation and explore strategies to manage them
• Outline the methods and importance of maintaining good menstrual hygiene for overall health and well-being
• Classify the diet or food as beneficial and avoidable to support a healthy menstrual cycle
• Summarise the significance, experiences, as well as strategies related to menarche and menopause
• Analyse global and national policies related to menstrual health and hygiene
• Recall strategies for breaking the taboo around menstruation and promoting awareness
Course Code6660

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