Frequently Asked Questions
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Non-Medical Immunization Exemption Waiver - Health Department
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Non-Medical Immunization Exemption Waiver - Health Department
If a child is not up-to-date on their vaccinations, an exemption is required for the child to enroll in:
- A licensed childcare
- Preschool or Head Start
- Kindergarten
- Seventh grade
- A new school district (or a new charter or private school)
Parents or guardians of school-age children entering other grades and remaining in the same school district do not need to request a non-medical immunization exemption waiver at this time, even if their child or children are not fully vaccinated.
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Non-Medical Immunization Exemption Waiver - Health Department
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Non-Medical Immunization Exemption Waiver - Health Department
In December 2014, the Joint Committee on Administrative Rules approved an educational requirement for Michigan parents opting their children out of getting vaccinated before entering school. The rule allows parents/guardians to have the opportunity to speak with a health educator from their local health department about their concerns and questions regarding immunizations prior to the nonmedical waiver being signed.
Any parent/guardian who wants to claim a nonmedical exemption waiver will need to receive education regarding the benefits of vaccination and the risks of disease from a Local Health Department (LHD) before obtaining the certified non-medical exemption waiver form through the LHD. The rule requires the use of the State of Michigan’s official non-medical immunization exemption waiver form.
Immunization and Waiver Information for Schools and Childcares
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Non-Medical Immunization Exemption Waiver - Health Department
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Non-Medical Immunization Exemption Waiver - Health Department