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Georgia School Immunization Requirements

Whether your child is going to daycare for the first time, or heading to college, Georgia requires that certain vaccinations be completed before allowing them to attend public schools or universities. To understand which vaccinations your child will need for each stage, read the following vaccination information from the kid specialists at AGC Pediatrics.

Childcare Age Vaccinations

For children of four years of age, or those entering childcare for the first time, the following immunizations are required:

·         DTAP: 3 doses

·         Hep A: 2 doses

·         Hep B: 3 doses

·         HIB: 3-4 doses

·         MMR: 1 dose

·         PCV: 4 doses

·         Polio: 3-4 doses

·         VAR (Varicella): 1 dose

Kindergarten & Elementary Age Vaccinations

In Georgia, children entering kindergarten for the first time are required to have the following vaccinations:

·         DTAP: 3 doses

·         Hep B: 3 doses

·         MMR: 2 doses

·         Polio: 3 doses

·         VAR: 2 doses

Middle School Age Vaccinations

For students entering middle school in Georgia for the first time, the following vaccinations are required:

·         VAR:2 doses, a physician’s diagnosis, or disease history

·         MMR: 2 doses

·         Hep B: 3 doses

College Age Vaccinations

Before your child starts their first semester at college, these vaccinations may be required:

·         MMR: 2 doses

·         MCV4 (Meningococcal): Vaccine or signature indicating receipt of info about vaccine

School Vaccination Exemptions

While the vaccinations listed above are required by the state of Georgia in order for your child to attend school, there are certain exemptions to these laws. Your child may be exempt from the required immunizations temporarily if indicated by a doctor for medical reasons. They may also be exempt permanently if there is a religious reason.

Georgia Child Immunization at AGC Pediatrics

As school approaches for children from age 4 to 21, it’s vital that they are in the best health possible to make sure their school year is successful. To keep your kids healthy and happy, make sure they receive the necessary vaccinations from your local pediatric care facility, AGC Pediatrics.

If you have a child that is 4, 11 or college age, help them prepare for school with their required school immunizations and have them vaccinated early! Check out the benefits of scheduling a well check exam early in the summer.

Still have a couple of months before you have to worry about school starting? Don’t let appointments and school shopping pile up the week before classes begin! Visit your pediatrician today and skip the first week of school chaos by knocking vaccinations off of your to-do list.

For more information about childhood vaccinations or our pediatric services, call our friendly and helpful staff at 706-625-5900 and set up an appointment at one of our four convenient locations.

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Locations

204 Professional Court,
Calhoun, GA 30701
100 Market Place Blvd, Suite 201
Cartersville, GA 30120
7311 Fairmount Highway,
Calhoun, GA 30701
189 Professional Court, Suite 200
Calhoun, GA 30701

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706-625-5900

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Calhoun - 706-625-5906

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