Tennessee licensed childcare facilities and camps each have distinct health form requirements. Here is a state-by-state breakdown of what you need, which statutes require it, and where to get each form — with official Tennessee sources.
Last verified: September 8, 2026
Tennessee licensed childcare centers and family childcare homes are regulated by the Tennessee Department of Human Services (DHS). Per TCA §49-6-5001 and the rules promulgated by the Tennessee DHS, all children enrolled in licensed childcare must have up-to-date immunizations documented before their first day.
Required vaccines for daycare/childcare enrollment (age-appropriate):
Tennessee DHS childcare licensing rules require each enrolled child to have a health assessment form on file. This form collects health history, known allergies, medications, chronic conditions, and emergency contacts. Per Tennessee DHS childcare licensing standards (Rule 1240-04-01), the form must be updated at least annually and whenever a significant health change occurs.
Many Tennessee childcare centers use their own intake form that satisfies this requirement, while others use the DHS-provided template. Ask the center which form they require before the first day — if a physician's signature is needed on any portion, you'll want lead time to schedule that appointment.
(Source: Tennessee DHS — Child Care Licensing, accessed Aug 29, 2026)
Health form requirements for Tennessee camps depend on the camp type and licensing:
For any overnight camp, call the camp directly to confirm exactly which health forms they require and whether a physician's sign-off is part of their intake process. Residential camps typically send a health packet 4–6 weeks before the session.
(Source: Tennessee TDEC — Recreational Camp Program, accessed Aug 29, 2026)
Before scheduling any appointments, call the facility and get the exact list of required forms. Some centers require a TennIIS print-out; others accept the physician-signed Certificate of Immunization. Camps may have their own health packet.
Ask your pediatrician to pull the TennIIS registry history. Bring the center's health forms to the appointment. Your pediatrician can update immunizations, confirm Hep A doses, and sign all required documents in one visit.
Turn in completed forms before your child's first day. Keep copies of everything — the immunization certificate you need for daycare is the same one you'll need for school enrollment.
Tennessee daycares, preschools, and camps all ask for the same core records — but from different forms and with different timing. Family Stork keeps the source of truth organized so you can pull whatever anyone needs.
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Tennessee's childcare immunization exemption provisions mirror the school exemptions under TCA §49-6-5001(b) — medical (physician certification required) and religious (written parent statement required). For exemption forms and the official process, contact the Tennessee Department of Health — Immunization Program.
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