If you are absent from work due to illness for less than seven working days you need to obtain a SC2 from your employer. If after seven days you are still unwell you will need to see a doctor for a medical certificate, however, if you have been under the care of a hospital, the doctor may be able to complete a certificate from your consultant’s letters. For illnesses of less than seven days, a private certificate can be issued if your company requires one and a fee is payable for this item. We do not consider that Fit to Work certification requires an urgent appointment, however, the doctor will back-date your note if necessary.
Please contact Reception if you have any queries about obtaining your medical certificate.