S.D. Admin. R. 44:81:02:01

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 67, December 16, 2024

Section 44:81:02:01 - Immunization requirements

Any full time or part time student entering an early childhood program in South Dakota shall present certification that they have received the following immunizations:

(1) Four or more doses of DTaP, with at least one dose administered on or after age 4. Children receiving six doses before age 4 do not require any additional doses for school requirements;

(2) Four or more doses of poliovirus vaccine, at least one dose on or after age 4;

(3) Two doses of MMR vaccine or submit serological evidence of immunity. Minimum age for the first dose is 12 months with the second dose routinely administered between the ages of 4 and 6. The second dose may be administered prior to age 4 provided at least 28 days have elapsed since the first dose;

(4) Two doses of varicella vaccine. The minimum age for the first dose of varicella vaccine is 12 months. History of disease is acceptable in lieu of vaccination with parent or guardian signature; and

(5) Children under the age of 4 only require three DTaP, three Polio, one MMR, and one varicella vaccine. At age 4 the above rules apply.

S.D. Admin. R. 44:81:02:01

42 SDR 173, effective 7/1/2016

General Authority: SDCL 13-28-7.1.

Law Implemented: SDCL 13-28-7.1.