• Read more about Substance Use and Behavioral Health

Become a Substance Use Prevention Specialist

Developing the substance use prevention workforce in Maine is a priority and an important part of ensuring initiatives are high-quality and evidence-based. To become certified, prevention specialists must work in the field under supervision, meet training requirements, adhere to the Prevention Code of Ethics, and pass a certification exam. Recertification requires regular ethics training hours and training hours related to the field.

• Read more about WIC Information for Health Care Providers

WIC provides breastfeeding counseling, support, and education to pregnant and breastfeeding women. WIC also provides loaner breast pumps to breastfeeding mothers.

• Read more about Patient Resources and Referrals

The Maine CDC has information and resources on a wide range of public health topics. Many items are created for the public and are ideal for you to use with your patients and the community members you serve. Learn more and share information from throughout this website. Check out our resources page to learn more and order materials to share with your patients.

• Read more about Policy and Procedure Manuals

• Read more about New Vaccine Products

• Read more about Required Training

The Maine Immunization Program requires that all VFC enrolled providers complete the Vaccines For Children Training below on an annual basis. This is required for both the primary and secondary vaccine coordinators.

Any NEW vaccine coordinators MUST also complete the Vaccines for Children Training.

In order to fulfill the requirement, click on the presentation below. Once you have finished viewing the training, please return to this page and click the appropriate link below.

• Read more about Improving Immunization Rates

Immunization, or vaccination rates measure the percent of people who received recommended vaccines. Tracking vaccination rates help to assess how well communities are protected against vaccine preventable diseases. Providers, schools, and community partners can use this information to take action and improve vaccination rates in their community.

The Maine CDC Immunization Program reviews state and national data to assess and improve immunization rates, identify populations at risk, and measure the impact of current initiatives.

• Read more about ImmPact

The Maine Immunization Information System (ImmPact) is a repository for accurate and up to date immunization records for all persons born, residing, or receiving vaccine in Maine. It is for health care providers only, can perform a variety of functions, and contains information and resources.

Provider Forms and Updates

You can download recommended immunization forms and informational materials.

• Read more about Compliance and Immunization Resources

Compliance Resources

Find helpful information to assist in maintaining full compliance with the Maine CDC Immunization Program.

Vaccine Replacement Procedure Toolkit (PDF)

• Read more about COVID-19 vaccine

COVID -19 Vaccine Health Care Provider Resources

Vaccination against COVID-19 remains the best way to prevent severe illness, hospitalization, and death. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has many COVID-19 vaccination resources for health care providers. Information specific to Maine is included below and will be added to as needed to address any gaps in information or differences that exist at the state level.