If you have been ill for 7 days or less you don’t need to see a Doctor. You are entitled to 7 days self certified and 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 you can download the Self Certification Form. Please print it, fill it in and hand it in to your employer. You do not need to see a Doctor.

If you have been off work for more than 7 calendar days your employer may ask you to obtain a"fit note". These can be issued by doctors, nurses, pharmacists and other health professionals involved in your care. You may be asked to make an appointment to discuss this prior to a fit note being issued.