5 months per academic year, prorated for partial years. The 5 months renew July 1 and are not cumulative, unless you are returning from long term disability or your illness stretches over 2 academic years.
Absence over 2 years – Continue to use sick leave remaining from previous year until exhausted, then you must transition to LTD or return to work for sixty (60) days for 5 months of sick leave to return for the new academic year.
Returning from LTD – Return for 60 days for 5 months of sick leave to be renewed.
If asked by the employer, you must provide medical documentation and if upon return there are concerns of your capabilities due to the illness or injury the employer can require and pay for a medical exam by a physician of your choice.