How to become a certified Menopause Coach: Emma’s journey with Women of a Certain Stage diploma

In this week’s conversation, Lauren sits down with Emma to explore what it really means to train as a menopause coach and why it could be the most empowering step you ever take.Emma opens up about her own menopause journey: from discovering Davina McCall’s book and realising how little she knew about her changing body, to feeling a fierce determination to learn and share the truth.She explains why a live, two-hour session each week - rather than a self-paced course - was the game-changer for her: the accountability, the expert insights and the chance to practise real coaching with real people. At first, Emma worried she lacked the biological know-how, but as the weeks passed, she found her confidence grew.Recruiting practice clients wasn’t just an exercise, it was proof that coaching works.She witnessed women go from feeling lost in their bodies to feeling in control and hopeful about the future, and that “aha” feedback (one client called her listening skills “incredible”) was a proud moment.Beyond the diploma itself, Emma highlights the treasure trove of research-backed resources and the year-long support that comes after certification, because menopause is a journey, not a one-off course.She’s already launched “Embrace the Menopause I Am,” hosting local meet-ups that remind women they’re not alone, and is dreaming up ways to bring menopause savvy and supportive coaching into schools, workplaces and even YouTube.By the end of their chat, Emma encourages anyone on the fence to take the leap: whether you’re seeking a career change or simply want to understand your own body better, the diploma offers community, clarity and confidence.If you’ve ever felt unseen or under-informed, listen in—and imagine what you could achieve with the right training and a tribe behind you.[00:01:05] Personal menopausal journey exploration.[00:04:38] Community in learning programs.[00:07:44] Fear of change in coaching.[00:14:10] Incremental changes in coaching.[00:17:11] Diverse cohort experiences.[00:19:51] Supporting women through menopause.[00:23:14] Self-care during menopause challenges.[00:27:21] Menopause in education workforce.For expert Menopause Talks, Training and Qualifications checkout  https://www.womenofacertainstage.com/Ready to find out more?Head to womenofacertainstage.com to explore the Become a Menopause Coach diploma, grab your free Menopause courses, and discover how we can support you to become truly menopause savvy💬 Loved this episode?Leave a review and tag us @themenopausecoach on Instagram or LinkedIn to share your favourite takeaway.