Certificates are used for many different purposes.

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You may require a certificate for purposes such as: sick leave, compassionate leave, or evidence of illness/injury for schools/universities. Your local Advantage Pharmacists may be able to help you by issuing the appropriate certificate.

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However, where the pharmacist believes that the illness or injury is not within his or her area of practice, they cannot issue a certificate and would advise you to seek a consultation with a medical practitioner or other registered health practitioner appropriate for the condition. Note that pharmacists are not able to issue a certification that a person is fit to return to work.

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Where a certificate is required for a purpose other than as proof of leave, a certificate issued by a pharmacist may not be sufficient. Speak to your local Advantage Pharmacy if you require more information on leave certificates.

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