Tetanus Vaccine Schedule & Booster Information - UpToDate

The recommended primary tetanus vaccination schedule for children and adults is as follows:

- 3 tetanus shots at 2, 4, 6 months 

- Booster shots at ages 12-15 months and 4-6 years 

- Tetanus and diphtheria ("Td") booster every 10 years

Additional tetanus shots may be recommended in some cases, such as:

- Deep or puncture wounds contaminated with soil, dust, or manure 

- Burns

- Animal bites

- Puncture wounds from rusty metal or other objects that may have been contaminated with tetanus bacteria