The Samaritans Online Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training Course
To address the increasing trend of youth suicide cases, the Hong Kong Jockey Club
Embrace Life Series 2.0: Navigating a Positive Life Project aims to provide additional
support to secondary schools on crisis intervention and suicide prevention. We offer
comprehensive assistance to schools, parents, teachers and students to promote
their mental wellbeing.
This website is specifically launched for the public to learn the knowledge and skills
related to suicide prevention. The 5 modules for this online course cover the
following content:
- The role of a gatekeeper: What can we do?
- Debunking myths about suicide: Learning the correct information about
suicide prevention - Identifying warning signs of suicide: Noticing people with suicidal thoughts
- Active listening and accompanying: Getting through the hard times together
- Exploring community resources: Seeking help from the community or
professionals
The online course takes an hour to complete. Upon completion of the course,
participants will receive an electronic certificate.