Adolescents aged 11-13 years are recommended to receive a booster dose of tetanus-toxoid vaccine

A booster dose of tetanus-toxoid vaccine is recommended for adolescents, using the reduced antigen dTpa vaccine. The optimal age for administering this dose is 11–13 years. 

Adolescents need a booster dose of tetanus-toxoid vaccine to extend the protective level of immunity to adulthood. The booster is also essential for maintaining immunity to diphtheria and pertussis into adulthood.¹

dTpa vaccine is funded through the NIP for all for adolescents is 11–13 years. For details see the National Immunisation Program Schedule.