Diphtheria, Tetanus & Pertussis Vaccines
What You Need to Know

Who should get DTaP vaccine and when?

Children should get 5 doses of DTaP vaccine, one dose
at each of the following ages:

  • 2 months
  • 4 months
  • 6 months
  • 15-18 months
  • 4-6 years

DTaP may be given at the same time as other vaccines.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases