Idaho Childcare Licensing
Idaho Childcare Immunization Requirements (2026)
Children enrolled in a licensed Idaho childcare center must show proof of age-appropriate immunization. Idaho requires documentation for 10 vaccine series, with limited medical and legally permitted exemptions.
Last updated: April 2026
Researched by the TotReady Research TeamIdaho Immunization Requirements: The Specifics
Idaho childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Diphtheria, Tetanus and Acellular Pertussis (DTaP) immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
Idaho childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Polio (IPV) immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
Idaho childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
Idaho childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Haemophilus Influenzae Type B (Hib) immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
Idaho childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Hepatitis B immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
Idaho childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Varicella (chickenpox) immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
Idaho childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Pneumococcal immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
Idaho childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Rotavirus immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
Idaho childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Hepatitis A immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
Idaho childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Per Idaho Code § 39-1118: immunization record due within 14 days of a child's initial attendance; medical exemption (physician certificate) and religious/other-grounds exemption (signed statement) allowed; non-compliant children excluded by the operator until in compliance, and exempt children may be excluded during a disease outbreak; Department compliance inspections authorized with 30 days' notice (§ 39-1118(5)). Detailed schedule set by IDAPA 16.02.11 (Immunization Requirements for Licensed Daycare Facility Attendees), cross-referenced in IDAPA 16.06.03.380.22 immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
Idaho Immunization Requirements Checklist
- Diphtheria, Tetanus and Acellular Pertussis (DTaP)
- Polio (IPV)
- Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR)
- Haemophilus Influenzae Type B (Hib)
- Hepatitis B
- Varicella (chickenpox)
- Pneumococcal
- Rotavirus
- Hepatitis A
- Per Idaho Code § 39-1118: immunization record due within 14 days of a child's initial attendance; medical exemption (physician certificate) and religious/other-grounds exemption (signed statement) allowed; non-compliant children excluded by the operator until in compliance, and exempt children may be excluded during a disease outbreak; Department compliance inspections authorized with 30 days' notice (§ 39-1118(5)). Detailed schedule set by IDAPA 16.02.11 (Immunization Requirements for Licensed Daycare Facility Attendees), cross-referenced in IDAPA 16.06.03.380.22
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Idaho Immunization Requirements: Frequently Asked Questions
Which vaccines does Idaho require for childcare enrollment?
Idaho requires age-appropriate immunization records for: Diphtheria, Tetanus and Acellular Pertussis (DTaP), Polio (IPV), Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR), Haemophilus Influenzae Type B (Hib), Hepatitis B, Varicella (chickenpox), Pneumococcal, Rotavirus, Hepatitis A, Per Idaho Code § 39-1118: immunization record due within 14 days of a child's initial attendance; medical exemption (physician certificate) and religious/other-grounds exemption (signed statement) allowed; non-compliant children excluded by the operator until in compliance, and exempt children may be excluded during a disease outbreak; Department compliance inspections authorized with 30 days' notice (§ 39-1118(5)). Detailed schedule set by IDAPA 16.02.11 (Immunization Requirements for Licensed Daycare Facility Attendees), cross-referenced in IDAPA 16.06.03.380.22.
Are immunization exemptions allowed in Idaho?
Idaho permits documented medical exemptions and, where state law allows, certain non-medical exemptions. Confirm the current exemption rules with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, Division of Welfare (Self-Reliance) — daycare licensing; IdahoSTARS Customer Support Specialists collect documentation and assist applicants through the state licensing process on behalf of the Department.
When must immunization records be on file in Idaho?
Idaho requires up-to-date immunization documentation at enrollment, with records kept current in each child's file thereafter.
Idaho childcare licensing rules are amended regularly. This page is compiled from published Idaho administrative codes and statutes for informational purposes only — always verify current requirements with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, Division of Welfare (Self-Reliance) — daycare licensing; IdahoSTARS Customer Support Specialists collect documentation and assist applicants through the state licensing process on behalf of the Department before relying on them. TotReady provides information and document templates, not legal or regulatory advice.