Credentialed: meaning, definitions and examples

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credentialed

 

[ krəˈdɛnʃəld ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

professional qualification

Credentialed refers to someone who has been officially recognized or certified as having the necessary qualifications or competence in a specific area. This often involves formal education, certifications, or licenses that validate a person's skill set. Being credentialed can enhance a person's credibility and trustworthiness, particularly in professions such as healthcare, education, and finance. Additionally, credentialing ensures that professionals meet established standards, thereby safeguarding public interest.

Synonyms

accredited, certified, licensed, qualified, registered.

Examples of usage

  • She is a credentialed nurse.
  • The conference featured credentialed experts in the field.
  • All our personnel are fully credentialed.
  • To practice, you must be credentialed by the state.
  • He is a credentialed instructor for the program.

Translations

Translations of the word "credentialed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 credenciado

🇮🇳 प्रमाणित

🇩🇪 zertifiziert

🇮🇩 bersertifikat

🇺🇦 кваліфікований

🇵🇱 kwalifikowany

🇯🇵 資格を持った

🇫🇷 titulaire

🇪🇸 acreditado

🇹🇷 belgelendirilmiş

🇰🇷 자격을 갖춘

🇸🇦 معتمد

🇨🇿 kvalifikovaný

🇸🇰 kvalifikovaný

🇨🇳 有资格的

🇸🇮 kvalificiran

🇮🇸 vottuð

🇰🇿 квалификацияланған

🇬🇪 სერტიფიცირებული

🇦🇿 sertifikatlı

🇲🇽 acreditado

Etymology

The term 'credentialed' originates from the late 19th century, stemming from the word 'credential,' which itself comes from the Latin word 'credentia,' meaning 'belief' or 'trust.' The root of 'credential' is 'credere,' which means 'to believe.' Initially, 'credential' referred to a document or certificate that serves as proof of a person's qualifications or status. Over time, the use of 'credentialed' has expanded to encompass not just the documents but also the state of being recognized as competent in a profession. The evolution of this term reflects the growing importance of formal recognition in various fields, particularly in response to the increasing complexity and specialization of professions.