Vermont licensed child care programs and summer camps require proof of immunization under 18 V.S.A. §1121, plus a health assessment. The Vermont Department for Children and Families (DCF) oversees child care licensing. Here's what parents need — with official sources and timelines.
Last verified: September 4, 2026
Under 18 V.S.A. §1121, all children enrolled in a Vermont licensed child care program must have documented evidence of age-appropriate immunizations. The Vermont Department of Health maintains the Vermont Immunization Registry (IMR) where providers report administered doses.
Vermont's child care immunization requirements follow the CDC-recommended schedule for children under 5. Your child's pediatrician can confirm age-appropriate status and provide a printout from the Vermont Immunization Registry.
Source: 18 V.S.A. §1121; Vermont DCF Child Development Division, accessed September 4, 2026
Vermont licensed child care programs require a health assessment completed by a licensed healthcare provider. The form covers the child's general health status, any chronic conditions, allergies (food and medication), current medications, and any special health care needs the program should know about.
Most Vermont child care programs require the health assessment to be updated annually. Schedule it with your child's regular well-child visit to avoid a separate appointment.
Allergy and medication plans: If your child has food allergies, asthma, or takes daily medication, most Vermont child care programs will require a separate allergy action plan or medication administration form signed by the prescribing provider. Have these ready at enrollment — not just the health assessment.
Source: Vermont DCF — Child Development Division Licensing Regulations, accessed September 4, 2026
Vermont summer camps — both day camps and residential — require a completed health form before the session starts. Requirements vary by camp type:
Vermont's outdoor camp season runs June through August, with many camps in the Green Mountain corridor (Stowe, Killington, Manchester) and along Lake Champlain. Forms are typically due 2–4 weeks before the session starts — check your camp's specific deadline.
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