Leave of Absence Approval Process

The purpose of this Section is to provide information to employees to successfully manage their medical leave. This Section:

• Explains how to begin the process of requesting a medical leave
• Identifies the type of documentation to include in the request
• Describes how to schedule or extend a medical leave, if necessary
• Explains what is needed to return to work from a medical leave
• Discusses requests for continuation of health benefits.

1. Employment Notice
2. Timing of Employee Notice
3. Required Documentation
4. Submit Medical Certifications Supporting Need for Leave (Non-Military FMLA Leave)
5. Submit Certifications Supporting Need for Military FMLA Leave
6. Leave Approval Authority for Longer Duration Medical Leave Requests
7. Cooperating in the Scheduling of Leave
8. Medical Re-certification
9. Return to Work Medical Certifications
10. Reporting Changes to Anticipated Return Date
11. Using Paid Leave for Unpaid FMLA/CFRA/CPDL Leave
12. Paying Employee’s Share of Health Insurance Premiums