Ohio Childcare Licensing
Ohio Childcare Immunization Requirements (2026)
Children enrolled in a licensed Ohio childcare center must show proof of age-appropriate immunization. Ohio requires documentation for 8 vaccine series, with limited medical and legally permitted exemptions.
Last updated: April 2026
Researched by the TotReady Research TeamOhio Immunization Requirements: The Specifics
Ohio childcare licensing requires age-appropriate DTaP immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
Ohio childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Polio immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
Ohio childcare licensing requires age-appropriate MMR immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
Ohio childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Varicella immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
Ohio childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Hib immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
Ohio childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Hepatitis B immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
Ohio childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Hepatitis A immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
Ohio childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Pneumococcal immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
Ohio Immunization Requirements Checklist
- DTaP
- Polio
- MMR
- Varicella
- Hib
- Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis A
- Pneumococcal
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Ohio Immunization Requirements: Frequently Asked Questions
Which vaccines does Ohio require for childcare enrollment?
Ohio requires age-appropriate immunization records for: DTaP, Polio, MMR, Varicella, Hib, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis A, Pneumococcal.
Are immunization exemptions allowed in Ohio?
Ohio permits documented medical exemptions and, where state law allows, certain non-medical exemptions. Confirm the current exemption rules with the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services, Bureau of Child Care and Development.
When must immunization records be on file in Ohio?
Ohio requires up-to-date immunization documentation at enrollment, with records kept current in each child's file thereafter.
Ohio childcare licensing rules are amended regularly. This page is compiled from published Ohio administrative codes and statutes for informational purposes only — always verify current requirements with the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services, Bureau of Child Care and Development before relying on them. TotReady provides information and document templates, not legal or regulatory advice.