Instructions
Follow these steps to submit a Religious Exception Request through Health-e-Messaging.
Step 1
Log into Health-e-Messaging and go to “Requirements and Forms.” At the top of the page, you will find directions for entering immunization records, a link to submit a Medical Exception Request and a link to submit a Religious Exemption Request.
Step 2
Click the word "here" in the sentence: "To submit a religious exception, click here."
Step 3
A pop-up window will open.
3a. From the drop-down menu, select the immunization for which you want to submit a religious exception.
3b. Click "Continue."
Step 4
Download the Religious Exception Request Form from the page.
4a. Complete the form offline (follow the instructions provided on the form).
4b. After completing the form, return to the pop-up window by following the steps above.
Step 5
Upload your completed Religious Exception Request Form.
5a. For each immunization covered by your religious belief/practice/observance, select it from the drop-down menu as in Step 3.
5b. Click the green “Upload” button and attach the completed form.
Step 6
Review your document.
6a. If it is correct, click the green “Looks Good” button.
6b. If it needs changes, click the red “Cancel Upload” button to start over.
Step 7
Select a reason from the drop-down menu.
7a. The option will usually be “Religious Exception – [disease].”
7b. You may include additional comments or explanations (optional).
Step 8
Click “Submit.”
Step 9
Verify your clearance.
9a. For each submission, your clearance will update to “Compliant” immediately.
9b. Once all your entrance requirements are marked “Compliant,” your hold will clear within one hour.
9c. If the hold remains visible in Schedule Builder or Oasis, try clearing your web browser's cookies, cache and history OR use a different web browser if the issue persists.
Important Notes
No Religious Exceptions for TB Clearance: Religious exceptions cannot be used to meet tuberculosis (TB) clearance requirements,