If you have been ill for more than 7 days you will need a doctor\u2019s certificate. These certificates are called \u2018Fitness To Work\u2019 Certificates. The doctor may call you or arrange for an appointment. If you have already been seen by your Doctor about this illness your certificate will be sent to you within a week<\/p>\n
To request a sick note:<\/p>\n
If you have been ill for 7 days or less you don\u2019t need to see a Doctor. You can complete a Self-Certification form yourself. However some employers insist on a Doctor\u2019s note regardless. A Doctor\u2019s note under these circumstances may involve a charge.<\/p>\n
Many employers have their own self-certification forms. If your employer doesn\u2019t have its own form you can download the Self Certification Form here<\/a><\/strong>. Please print it, fill it in and hand it in to your employer. You do not need to see a Doctor.<\/p>\n