2.29 Immunization/Vaccination Record
Purpose
Riverland Community College requires immunization verification for students as defined by Minnesota Law (M.S. 134A.14).
Applicability
Minnesota Law: M.S. 135A.14 requires proof that all students born after 1956 are vaccinated against diphtheria, tetanus, measles, mumps, and rubella, allowing for certain specific exemptions (see form). This policy applies to all students attending Riverland Community College.
Scope
This policy applies to all students attending Riverland Community College.
Definitions
Tetanus/Diphtheria (TD) (at least one dose required within the past 10 years) and Measles/Mumps/Rubella (MMR) (at least one dose required at or after 12 months of age).
Does This Policy Have a Procedure?
Yes
- An immunization verification form is provided during the admission process to all non-exempt students.
- Students are allowed to register for their initial term without completed immunization information on file. If complete information is not on file within 45 days of the start of the initial enrollment term, a hold is placed on the student's record.
- Registration for more than one class in the following term(s) is not allowed with this hold in place.
- The hold is removed when completed information is on file.
- Immunization records are maintained in the student’s electronic record.
- Students are encouraged to keep a copy of their immunization information in their own records.
The following students are exempt from providing immunization information:
- Students who graduated from a Minnesota high school in 1997 or later.
- Students who have been admitted and enrolled in another Minnesota postsecondary institution.
- Students who are medically advised not to receive immunizations.
- Students who have religious beliefs or other conscientiously held beliefs.
- Students who enroll in one class only.
- Students who enroll solely in online classes.
Related Policies, Procedures, or Forms
Submit completed form and policy to the Cabinet Member responsible for the division affected by the proposal. This section to be completed by President’s Office.
Date Implemented: New April 2024
Responsible Division / Author: Student Affairs / Dean of Students
Date Revised: