Free online self-paced course
Online Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training Course
A free, one-hour self-paced course covering how to identify warning signs, respond with active listening and refer students to appropriate support.
Online course
At a glance
Who it is for
Teachers, school staff, parents and students
Format
Online self-paced course
Availability
About one hour; pause and resume at your own pace
Language
Chinese and English
Fee
Free
Learn to identify, respond and refer
A gatekeeper is not a therapist. A gatekeeper notices possible risk, starts a conversation, listens and helps someone connect with appropriate support. This free online course focuses on recognising emotional distress and suicide warning signs among students.
Who the course is for
The course is designed for teachers, school staff, parents and students. No psychology background is required.
What you will learn
The five core areas are the role of a gatekeeper, myths about suicide, identifying warning signs, active listening and accompanying someone through a difficult time, and exploring community resources. The self-paced course takes about one hour, and participants who complete it receive an official e-certificate.
Course details
For: Teachers, school staff, parents and students
Format: Online self-paced learning
Duration: About one hour
Fee: Free
Completion: Official e-certificate
Ready to begin?
Learn practical ways to identify warning signs, respond with active listening and refer a student to appropriate support.
Last verified: 19 August 2026
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