Childcare, School & College Requirements

West Virginia Immunization Law & Entry Requirements

• WV State Code 16-3-4 - Compulsory immunization of school children
• 64CSR95 - Immunizations for school entry
• WV State Code 18-28-2 - West Virginia law pertaining to school attendance, health & safety 

Specific immunization entry requirements:

• Child Care Centers
• Pre-K
• School Entry
  
• 7th and 12th Grade Entry 
• College and University                                                     

Note:  West Virginia law does not allow for non-medical exemptions for school entry.

• WV Board of Education Policy 2423 - Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Regarding Flu Vaccination of High School Students

• HIPAA School Question
• HIPAA Fact Sheet from the CDC
• Legal Opinion regarding HIPAA and public health reporting requirements
• Staying Updated on Vaccinations on Campus

If you have any questions regarding the School or Childcare recommendations listed, please contact the Division of Immunization Services at 1-800-642-3634.