COVID-19 vaccines are recommended for anyone ages 6 months and older.
- Novavax is FDA Emergency Use Authorized for ages 12 years and older (primary series only)
- Pfizer BioNtech is FDA Emergency Use Authorized for ages 6 months to 15 years
- Pfizer BioNtech is FDA Approved for ages 16 and older
- Moderna vaccine is FDA Emergency Use Authorized for ages 6 months to 17 years
- Moderna vaccine is FDA approved for ages 18 and older
For individuals under 15 years of age, a parent or legal guardian must accompany the minor to a vaccination site, provide verification of identity and relationship, and give verbal consent for the minor to be vaccinated.
If a parent is unable to accompany them, minors 16 and older are permitted to have written consent or conduct a video call with Public Health Staff whereby the parent/legal guardian provides verification of identity and relationship, and gives verbal consent for the minor to be vaccinated. The consent form can be found at: Ventura County Department of Public Health Consent Form.