Code of Maine Rules
10 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
144 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES - GENERAL
Chapter 261 - Immunization Requirements for School Children (a joint rule with the Department of Education, Ch. 126)
Section 144-261-4 - CERTIFICATE OF IMMUNIZATION; EVIDENCE OF IMMUNITY
Current through 2024-38, September 18, 2024
A. Certificate of Immunization
To demonstrate adequate immunization against each disease, a child must present the school with a certificate of immunization from a physician, nurse practitioner or physician assistant or public health official who has administered the immunizing agent(s) to the child. The certificate must specify the immunizing agent, the dosage administered and the date(s) on which it was administered.
B. Proof of Immunity
In the absence of a certificate of immunization, the child must present the school with laboratory evidence demonstrating immunity or reliable documented history of immunity provided by a physician or other primary care provider.
