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

The Standard First Aid (with CPR and AED Level C certification) course takes place over two days, totalling 16 hours of course time. You can take the course entirely in-person, or we offer a blended format with online learning.

Both Standard First Aid (SFA) and Occupational First Aid (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 Basic and SFA meet the requirements for Level 1 workplace first aid attendants under the Health and Safety Regulations. 

No, Standard First Aid (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).

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)