Canadian Red Cross Standard First Aid With CPR/AED Level C

SFA stands for Standard First Aid, which is a comprehensive first aid course designed to provide individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to respond to a wide range of medical emergencies. This course includes CPR and the use of an AED for adults, children and infants (Level C)

No, SFA is not the same as CPR. While CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) is a specific technique used to restore breathing and circulation, SFA covers a broader range of first aid skills beyond CPR, including wound care, choking, and spinal injuries. But both Standard and Emergency First Aid courses include CPR and AED training for adults, children, and infants (Level C).

While both covering the SFA (Standard First Aid) is considered more comprehensive than EFA (Emergency First Aid), as it covers a wider range of first aid skills and techniques. However, the level of training required may depend on the specific workplace or industry requirements.  Both courses include CPR and AED training for adults, children and infants (Level C).

Both SFA and OFA provide excellent first aid training covering life threatening emergencies such as cardiac arrest, major bleeding and circulatory emergencies, and respiratory emergencies.   However, with 2-days of training, the SFA course is able to cover more topics such as head/neck/back injuries and a wide variety of medical emergencies.  If you are taking first aid for an employer or educational program, please be sure to confirm which course they require.  If you are taking a first aid course for general interest, the Red Cross Standard First Aid or Emergency First Aid courses are better options.  Both OFA Level 1 and SFA meet the requirements for Level 1 workplace first aid attendants under the Health and Safety Regulations.