Form CRE-1 Certificate of Religious Exemption - Virginia

What Is Form CRE-1?

This is a legal form that was released by the Virginia Department of Education - a government authority operating within Virginia. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.

FAQ

Q: What is a Form CRE-1 Certificate of Religious Exemption?
A: Form CRE-1 is a document used in Virginia to request an exemption from certain vaccines on religious grounds.

Q: Who can use Form CRE-1?
A: Any individual in Virginia who has religious beliefs that prohibit immunization can use Form CRE-1 to request a religious exemption from vaccines.

Q: What vaccines can be exempted using Form CRE-1?
A: Form CRE-1 can be used to request an exemption from vaccines required for school entry in Virginia, including those for diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio, hepatitis B, and measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR).

Q: How can I obtain a Form CRE-1?
A: You can obtain Form CRE-1 from the Virginia Department of Health or your child's school.

Q: What information do I need to provide on Form CRE-1?
A: You will need to provide your personal information, including your name and contact information, as well as information about the required vaccines and the religious beliefs that prevent you from obtaining them.

Q: Are there any requirements for obtaining a religious exemption using Form CRE-1?
A: Yes, you need to provide a statement explaining your religious beliefs that prevent you from vaccinating, signed by yourself or a parent/guardian if you are under 18 years old.

Q: Do I need to renew the Form CRE-1 every year?
A: No, once you obtain a religious exemption using Form CRE-1, it remains valid for the duration of your enrollment in the school. However, some schools may require periodic updates.

Q: Can the school or health department deny my religious exemption?
A: The school or health department can deny your religious exemption request if they have evidence of abuse or neglect of a child's health or if there is a declared emergency or epidemic by the Board of Health.

Q: Can I use Form CRE-1 for other purposes?
A: No, Form CRE-1 is specifically for requesting religious exemptions from vaccines required for school entry in Virginia. It cannot be used for any other purposes.