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Vaccines

A green banner with %22VACCINES REQUIRED For School%22 is at the top, with tables detailing required and recommended immunizations for different age groups below, all on a light blue background.

ADA Accessible Information from the above graphic:

Vaccines Required for School

Prior to entering Alabama schools, each pupil in kindergarten through twelfth grade must receive age-appropriate immunizations.

Required

Grade  DTaP   IPV   MMR  Varicella   Hib   PCV   Tdap 
Child Care Centers (By 12 Months of Age) 4 3 1 1 4 4  
K–5 5 4 2 1      
6–12 5 4 2 2**     1

 

Recommended

Grade  Rota   Hep A   Hep B   HPV   MCV 
Child Care Centers (By 12 Months of Age) 3 1 3    
K–5   2 3    
6–12   2 3 3

2

 

Notes

  • Code of Alabama §16-30-4
  • **1 dose for <13 years of age or 2 doses for >13 years of age
  • Alabama law does not require vaccinations for students entering college. Contact your college for their vaccine requirements.
  • Alabama Public Health - For more information, go to ADPH.org/immunization
  • IMM - Immunization Division