Sick (fit) notes

Self Certification Sick Note for less than 7 days

If you have been ill for 7 days or less you don’t need to see a Doctor. You can complete a Self Certification form yourself.

Many employers have their own self-certification forms. If your employer doesn’t have its own form your can download this Self Certification Form (PDF). Please  print it, fill it in and hand it in to your employer. You do not need to see a Doctor.

Doctor’s Sick Note for more than 7 days

If you have been ill for more than 7 days you will need a doctor’s certificate.

These certificates are called ‘Fitness To Work’ Certificates.

Please call us to make an appointment.

If you have already been seen by your Doctor about this illness and need an extension, please call us and let us know.