Administration of Moderna COVID-19 Vaccines

Prepare and administer the appropriate product based on the recipient’s age.

Blue cap with magenta bordered label – 6 months through 5 years
Red cap – 18 years of age and older

Administration Overview

Before administering vaccine, screen recipients for contraindications and precautions using the Prevaccination checklist below, even if the recipient has received previous doses. The recipient’s health condition or recommendations for vaccination may change from one visit to the next.

Prepare and administer the vaccine following manufacturer’s guidance which is outlined in CDC’s Preparation and Administration summary below. Note: use the correct summary based on the vial cap color.

Follow the COVID-19 vaccination schedule (below) based on age and medical condition.

COVID-19 Vaccination Schedule

Moderna COVID Vaccination At a Glance

Contraindications and Precautions

6-11 Years of Age Vial Label Infographic

Standing Orders

Blue cap with magenta bordered label – 6 months through 5 years of age
(Updated: 6/20/22)

Blue vial cap with purple-bordered label – 6 through 11 years of age

Red vial cap with blue-bordered label – 12 through 17 years of age

Red cap – 18 years of age and older

Preparation and Administration Summaries

Blue cap with magenta bordered label – 6 months through 5 years of age
(Updated: 6/20/22)