University and School Medical Certificates Online Australia
Sick before an exam, missing classes or needing evidence for an extension? Request a medical assessment online with an Australian-registered doctor — from $15.
NewTeleDoc Medical provides an online way to request a medical assessment when you need documentation for a school, university, TAFE or other educational institution. Through our telehealth service, you can discuss your health concerns with an AHPRA-registered doctor without travelling to a clinic when an online assessment is appropriate. A medical certificate may be provided if the doctor determines that it is clinically justified following an appropriate assessment.
Quick Answer: Can I Get a Medical Certificate for University or School Online?
Yes. You can request an online medical assessment through NewTeleDoc Medical when illness affects your studies. An Australian-registered doctor assesses your request, and if a certificate is clinically justified it is delivered to your email as a digital PDF. Certificates start from $15 for a one-day certificate (multi-day certificates are available from $25). A certificate is never guaranteed — it is issued only when clinically appropriate, and your institution decides whether to accept it under its own policies.
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When Might You Need a Medical Certificate for University, School or TAFE?
A medical certificate may be requested by an educational institution when illness or a health concern affects your studies. Depending on your circumstances and the institution's policies, you may need supporting medical documentation for:
How to Get a Student Medical Certificate Online
Getting started with NewTeleDoc Medical is straightforward.
Step 1: Submit Your Request
Visit our medical certificate service page and provide the requested information about your health concern, symptoms and the dates affected.
Step 2: Medical Assessment
An Australian-registered doctor reviews your information and determines whether an online assessment is suitable. The doctor may ask additional questions or recommend a consultation or in-person examination if needed.
Step 3: Receive Your Outcome
If the doctor determines that a medical certificate is appropriate, it may be issued electronically to your email as a digital PDF. If a certificate cannot be provided based on the available information, you may be advised about the next steps for your care.
* A certificate is not guaranteed simply because a request has been submitted.
What Information Should You Check Before Applying?
Before requesting a medical certificate for school, university or TAFE, check the documentation requirements of your institution. You may need to confirm:
- The dates your absence or assessment was affected
- Whether a standard medical certificate is acceptable
- Whether a specific university or school form is required
- Whether the institution requires details about the impact on your studies
- The deadline for submitting supporting documentation
- Whether an in-person assessment or a particular type of report is required
Some institutions require more detailed supporting evidence than a standard medical certificate. For example, special consideration applications may require specific forms or information about how a health condition affected an assessment. If your institution requires a particular form or report, confirm that the service can meet those requirements before booking.
Can I Get a Medical Certificate for a Missed Exam?
You can request a medical assessment if illness affected your ability to attend an examination. The doctor will consider your circumstances and determine whether a certificate is clinically appropriate. However, receiving a certificate does not automatically mean your university or school will approve special consideration, an exam deferral or an extension. Your institution makes that decision under its own policies. Check the relevant application process and deadlines as soon as possible.
Can Parents Request a Medical Certificate for a School Student?
Parents or guardians may need to arrange medical assessment and supporting documentation when a child is unwell and unable to attend school. The appropriate process depends on the student's age, the nature of the health concern and the applicable consent and assessment requirements. A parent or guardian should check the school's absence policy and provide any information required for the medical assessment. Where an online consultation is not suitable, an in-person appointment may be recommended.
Are Online Medical Certificates Accepted by Universities and Schools?
Acceptance depends on the individual institution and the purpose of the certificate. Some schools, universities and TAFE providers accept standard medical certificates, while others may require a specific form, additional information or an assessment by a particular type of healthcare professional. Before requesting a certificate, review your institution's current requirements. NewTeleDoc Medical cannot guarantee that every institution will accept every certificate or approve an application for special consideration.
How Much Does a Medical Certificate Cost?
A one-day online medical certificate starts from $15, and multi-day certificates are available from $25 — subject to the service terms and clinical assessment. A separate GP consultation ($49) may be recommended depending on your health needs.
View Medical Certificate ServiceWhy Choose NewTeleDoc Medical?
Request an assessment online and discuss suitable health concerns remotely when telehealth is appropriate — no travel to a clinic required.
Medical certificates are considered by AHPRA-registered doctors following clinical assessment.
One-day certificates from $15, multi-day from $25. Review the full service details and applicable fees before making a request.
Certificates are provided only when clinically appropriate. You may be advised to seek in-person care when necessary.
Student Medical Certificate FAQ
Common questions about medical certificates for school, university and TAFE.
Yes, you can request an online medical assessment. A certificate may be issued if the doctor determines it is clinically appropriate following assessment.
No. Certificates are issued strictly at the clinical discretion of the AHPRA-registered doctor following assessment. A fee covers the evaluation process regardless of outcome.
If approved, your official signed medical certificate is delivered securely to your email address as a downloadable PDF.
A one-day online medical certificate starts from $15, and multi-day certificates are available from $25, subject to the service terms and clinical assessment. See our pricing and fees page for full details.
A certificate can only cover the dates the doctor determines are clinically supported by your assessment. When you submit your request, provide accurate information about your symptoms and the dates your study, exam or attendance was affected. The doctor decides which dates can appropriately be included.
You can submit any certificate you receive to your institution, but approval of special consideration, deferrals or extensions is decided entirely by the institution under its own policies. Some universities require specific forms or more detailed evidence — check their requirements before you request a certificate.
If the doctor determines your health concern needs more than an online assessment, you may be advised to book a full GP consultation ($49) or see a doctor in person. Repeat prescriptions ($25) and specialist, pathology or imaging referrals ($25) are also available through our telehealth services where clinically appropriate.
Need a Student Medical Certificate?
Request an online assessment with our Australian-registered general practitioners today.