Children with specific medical contraindications to any or all immunizations may be allowed to attend if the medical reason is stated and this statement is signed by a licensed physician and submitted to the school, child care facility or Head Start.
There are no major world religions that forbid vaccination.
Oklahoma law allows exemptions for medical, religious or personal reasons.
All children two months of age and older must present an immunization record or file for an exemption before they are allowed to attend child care or school in Oklahoma.
The medical exemption requires a signature from a licensed physician in the state of Oklahoma. The religious exemption requires a signature from a parent or a religious leader.
Parents who do not want to vaccinate their children attending school have three options: obtain a medical exemption to vaccinations, enroll in homeschooling or independent study without classroom instruction, or have their children evaluated and enrolled in special education services.
There are a number of ways that someone can prove strongly held religious beliefs that getting the vaccine would contradict. Writing a formal letter requesting exemption. Getting a close friend, family member or fellow member of the clergy to write a letter. Filling out and submitting a religious exemption request form:
If you or anyone in your tax household is member of a recognized religious sect or division who is opposed to acceptance of public benefits or private insurance benefits, or who relies solely on a religious method of healing, you can apply for a religious conscience exemption.
California removed its personal and religious exemption option in 2015. Parent/guradian must complete an online educational module to receive a non-medical exemption. Connecticut removed its religious exemption option in 2021.