Immunization Information for Child Care and School Providers | Vermont Department of Health CLOSE Translations for you Immunization Information for Child Care and School Providers Immunizations Recommended Vaccines For Children and Teens Recommended Vaccines for Adults Immunization Information for Child Care and School Providers Click here to download the Measles Messaging Toolkit for Schools and Child Cares. Reporting Immunizations to the Health Department Vermont mandates annual immunization reporting for regulated child care programs, K-12 schools, and colleges to safeguard against vaccine-preventable diseases. This is in line with Vermont's School Entry Immunization Rule, which sets the minimum vaccination requirements. Annual Immunization Reporting Process Regulated Programs Notification: In late fall, regulated child care programs, K-12 schools, and colleges will receive an email with a link to complete the annual immunization status report. For an easier reporting process, visit Immunization Reporting Made Easier for Child Care Providers. Resources and Guidelines For answers to common questions about vaccination requirements and reporting, see the Frequently Asked Questions from Child Care Providers School Nurses: For the roles and responsibilities regarding immunizations, consult Chapter 18 of the Standards of Practice: School Health Services Manual. Additional Information and Support For inquiries related to child care, preschool, school, and college immunizations, email the Immunization Program at [email protected] or call 802-863-7638. See the Immunization Data Checklists and worksheets are available for programs and schools without an electronic immunization database. These forms are for optional use for programs and schools without an electronic immunization database. 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School nurses, providers, and administrators may have access to the IMR. On this page, you can discover more about the registry, apply for an account, or find assistance with using the registry. Visit the Immunization Registry Web Page Checking Individual Children’s Immunization Records for Compliance How do I proceed when a child’s immunization record is missing or doesn’t meet requirements? These flowcharts can be used to determine what steps should be taken when a child’s immunization record is missing or doesn’t meet state requirements. If a child’s immunization record is not compliant, the child can be admitted if they have scheduled an appointment to catch up. The catch-up period must be consistent with AAP and must not exceed six months. This scenario is called “provisional admittance". 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