Women’s Health and Wellness Program
The Science of Women’s Health Made Practical
Program Overview: Women’s Health and Wellness Program
The Women’s Health and Wellness Program from Harvard Medical School Executive Education is a six-week online program that offers a rigorous, evidence-based exploration of women’s health. Designed to bridge clinical science with everyday wellness, the learning journey examines the biological, hormonal, and systemic factors that shape long-term health and well-being.
Despite decades of research, women’s health is often reduced to fragmented narratives and trends that obscure clinical nuance and scientific rigor—leaving individuals to navigate complex health decisions without credible guidance. Led by an all-women team of Harvard Medical School faculty and renowned physicians, this program explores the interconnected science of hormonal, cardiovascular, brain, and emotional health through self-paced modules, live sessions, and a capstone project. Through practical, evidence-based strategies grounded in clinical expertise, participants gain the tools to critically evaluate health claims, strengthen long-term wellness, and advance women’s health for themselves, their clients, and their communities.
Note: This program does not grant academic credit or professional certifications from Harvard Medical School.
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Who Is the Women’s Health and Wellness Program For?
This program from Harvard Medical School Executive Education is designed for anyone seeking credible, evidence-based insights into women’s health. You will gain the knowledge and tools to translate science into practical strategies that support long-term well-being, encompassing menopausal health, sexual health, and mental health.
The program is particularly beneficial for:
Health coaches, wellness advocates, and educators looking for structured, scientific frameworks to help elevate their credibility, communicate confidently with clinicians, and guide clients or communities through actionable wellness and preventative strategies
Women navigating the midlife health journey who seek science-led knowledge to optimize their personal well-being, decode hormonal and physiological changes, and make informed decisions for long-term health
Clinicians and health care professionals, including nurses, allied health specialists, and public health practitioners, who support women through midlife transitions and seek evidence-based, gender-informed insights across domains to improve patient outcomes
Corporate wellness and HR professionals responsible for employee well-being and inclusion who seek to understand the unique health needs of women, design inclusive wellness initiatives, and enable a healthier, more supportive workplace
Health and wellness entrepreneurs and innovators developing products, services, or ventures in women’s health, nutrition, fitness, or preventive care and looking to ground their business decisions in credible medical insights
Note: No prior medical training or professional background in health care is required to enroll in this program.
Key Takeaways: Women’s Health and Wellness Program
Recognize women’s health changes in midlife and beyond.
Apply strategies to address hormonal, cardiovascular, and mental health challenges
Utilize cutting-edge tools for personalized care
Support women’s well-being through preventive and lifestyle strategies
Program Highlights
Explore the key aspects of women’s midlife health — from hormonal and cardiovascular to brain, sexual, and mental well-being — through one comprehensive learning experience.
Learn from an all-women team of Harvard Medical School faculty and renowned medical specialists at the forefront of research and innovation in women’s health.
Develop practical skills and frameworks that bridge the gap between clinical expertise and wellness practice, without the need for medical training.
Join a global network of professionals and enthusiasts committed to advancing women’s health, wellness, and innovation.
Gain practical insights and engage with faculty and leading subject matter experts in live online sessions.
Learn at your own pace with a weekly commitment of four to six hours of sessions and activities.
Earn a certificate of completion from a globally recognized leader in health and medical education.
What You Will Learn: Women’s Health and Wellness Program
Gain a foundational understanding of the key biological, hormonal, and social factors that influence women’s health across life stages. Explore how sex- and gender-informed perspectives advance prevention, diagnosis, and care, shaping healthier outcomes throughout life.
Reframe menopause as a phase of health optimization and advanced management. Examine menopause symptoms, related physiological changes, and therapeutic options — including the latest thinking on hormone therapy and non-hormonal alternatives — and explore strategies to improve menopause care delivery and long-term well-being.
Explore the cardiovascular implications of the menopause transition and the unique risk factors that affect women before, during, and after midlife. Understand sex-based differences in cardiovascular disease, and apply evidence-based strategies for prevention and risk reduction to promote heart health.
Examine key aspects of gynecological and sexual health as women age. Understand sexual well-being across life stages, including genitourinary syndrome of menopause and vulvovaginal health. Learn to identify common midlife conditions and apply evidence-based approaches that support long-term wellness.
Understand how sex-based biological and hormonal differences affect brain health and cognitive aging. Review emerging research on the risks and protective factors for dementia and practical strategies to build cognitive resilience during midlife and later years.
Examine the hormonal, psychological, and social factors that influence women’s mental health across life stages. Explore how hormonal changes, trauma, stress, work-life balance, and sleep intersect with mental well-being, and learn evidence-based approaches to strengthen resilience and emotional health over time.
Capstone Project
The program concludes with an applied capstone project that helps you turn evidence-based insights into action. You will choose a pathway that aligns with your goals: designing a real-world solution in women’s health or menopause care, applying frameworks to your professional practice, or creating a personal health plan to improve midlife well-being.
Each project encourages reflection and practical application, allowing you to connect science with real-world impact.
Why Harvard Medical School?
At Harvard Medical School, the Corporate Learning team provides emerging and established organizations with the knowledge they need to address the industry's toughest business challenges. Our extensive portfolio, including a range of cutting-edge Executive Education programs, helps teams achieve their potential by advancing their knowledge and capabilities in areas, including medical science, emerging diseases, digital transformation, designing AI solutions for health care, employee health and wellness, and health care leadership. A comprehensive ecosystem of online, in-person, and hybrid solutions supports learners at all levels — from new hires to CEOs and their leadership teams. Offerings are taught by Harvard Medical School faculty, thought leaders from other schools at Harvard University, and industry-leading practitioners.
Meet the Faculty
Associate Professor, Harvard Medical School
Lydia E.W. Pace is a clinician-investigator focused on advancing equity in women’s health service delivery and policy, both in the United States and globally. She is an associ...
Medical Director, Menopause and Midlife Clinic, Division of Women's Health, Brigham and Women's Hospital; Instructor in Medicine, Harvard Medical School
Tara K. Iyer is a NAMS-certified menopause practitioner and works in the Menopause and Midlife Clinic in the Fish Center for Women’s Health. She is a board-certified family me...
Director, Women's Heart Health Program, Brigham and Women's Hospital; Assistant Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School
Emily Lau is the director of the Brigham and Women's Hospital Women's Heart Health program and specializes in women's cardiovascular health, general cardiology, and echocardio...
Chair of the Department of Medicine at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida; Penny and Bill George Director, Mayo Clinic’s Center for Women’s Health; Medical Director, The Menopause Society
Stephanie S. Faubion is a clinician with over 10 years of experience at Mayo Clinic's Women's Health Clinic, where she evaluates and treats women with menopausal, hormonal, an...
Director, Women’s Neurology Education Director, Functional Neurology Division, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Mary O’Neal is an acclaimed medical expert in women’s neurology. She has published numerous papers, edited several books, and delivered lectures globally on the subject. Previ...
Assistant Professor, UNC Center for Women’s Mood Disorders Program
Margo Nathan is a physician-researcher and a faculty member at the UNC Center for Women’s Mood Disorders Program. Her clinical and research interests include the care of perin...
Certificate
Upon completion of this program, you will receive a verified certificate from Harvard Medical School.
Note: The certificate details (name and dates) are placeholders. The final certificate will reflect the actual participant name, cohort dates, and date of issue.
Your digitally verified certificates will be issued in your legal name and emailed to you, at no additional cost, upon completion of the program, per the stipulated requirements. All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of Harvard Medical School.
Note: This program does not grant academic or professional certifications from Harvard Medical School.
FAQs
Although some renowned physicians teach this program, it is not a clinical training or a health care program. It does not provide CME credits. The Women’s Health program is an educational offering designed to make the science of women’s health more accessible to a wide audience — including health care providers, nurse practitioners, educators, midwives, menopausal women, and young adults interested in improving midlife and menopause care.
This is an inclusive education program open to anyone passionate about women’s health, wellness, or advocacy. Whether you work in health care, human resources, or another industry, you will learn from experts at Harvard Medical School and gain the opportunity to grow, practice, and meet others committed to advancing women’s well-being globally.
Participants will explore the nature of hormonal changes, cardiovascular risk, psychological health, and sexual health related to women’s midlife transitions; recognize common symptoms and complications related to menopause and aging; and apply tools for prevention, screening, and lifestyle improvement. The content is grounded in medical evidence and designed to provide information, resources, and training for better health outcomes.
The program features an all-women faculty team from Harvard Medical School and other renowned medical institutions, bringing deep clinical insight and decades of experience in women’s health, menopause care, and preventive medicine. The program bridges clinical expertise and everyday wellness, offering evidence-based, actionable insights that empower participants to create comprehensive care approaches to menopause, cardiovascular and brain health, and overall well-being.
This program does not cover pregnancy, maternity care, or family planning. Its focus is on women’s midlife health, particularly the menopause transition, hormone health, sexual health, mental health counselling, and well-being. The curriculum is designed to help participants understand and address women’s health challenges that emerge during and after midlife — not those related to reproductive health or obstetric care.
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