Non-Medical Immunization Exemption

BLDHD is transitioning to a virtual format for non-medical immunization exemption education. Review the new process below.

Michigan Public Health Law (MCL - Section 333.9208) requires that all infants and children have certain vaccinations or a valid exemption before entering public or private school or licensed childcare settings. These requirements exist to prevent the spread of disease and to prevent injury or death in the community.

Michigan parents/guardians who opt not to fully vaccinate their children before they enter school or childcare must receive education and request an exemption from their local public health department.

The immunization exemption education is provided for children in childcare through high school. Immunization exemption are required:

• Annually for childcare
• Before starting Kindergarten
• Before starting 7th grade
• Anytime the student changes school districts

Exemption Process

1. Call 231‑882‑4409 ext. 3 to begin the process for obtaining a non-medical immunization exemption.
2. Complete BLDHD Virtual Non-medical Immunization Exemption Education.   
3. After completing the education modules, please email personalhealth@bldhd.org to notify staff of your completion. Be sure to include your name and address in the message. A Notice of Privacy Practices document will then be emailed to you via DocuSign for review and signature.
4. Once the exemption is completed, a copy will be automatically available to your child’s school.
5. Upon request, we can email you a copy of your child's Non-Medical Immunization Exemption or it is available at our office during normal business hours.  

If you have difficulty viewing or completing the virtual education, contact BLDHD for an in-person appointment at 231-882-4409 ext 3.

Exemption Guidelines

• BLDHD is only able to provide non-medical immunization exemption for religious and philosophical objections.
  • BLDHD does not provide immunization exemption for medical reasons. Contact your child’s health care provider for a medical immunization exemption.

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