Professional Certifications

verb past tense of certify, meaning to confirm or attest to the truth or accuracy of something

adjective describes a noun as being officially recognized as meeting certain standards or requirements

• The company only hires certified professionals to ensure high quality standards.
• I heard he's a certified genius when it comes to fixing cars.
• She's a certified boss at her job.
• His dedication to his craft has certified him as a true master.

noun a qualification, achievement, quality, or aspect of a person's background, especially when used to indicate their suitability for something

• She presented her credentials to the admissions office before enrolling in the program.
• I need to make sure I have the right credentials for this job.
• You gotta show them your creds if you wanna get in.
• His years of experience in the industry served as his credential for the new position.

noun a certificate awarded by an educational institution, typically after completing a course of study

• He proudly displayed his diploma on the wall of his office.
• She finally got her diploma after years of hard work.
• I'm gonna graduate and get my diploma, no doubt about it.
• Earning your diploma in life often requires facing challenges head-on.

adjective describing something that does not have official certification or approval

• The company only hires non-certified employees for entry-level positions.
• I heard they're looking for non-certified workers at the construction site.
• You don't need to be certified, they'll take non-certified folks too.
• In this industry, sometimes it's better to be a non-certified rebel than a conformist with all the credentials.