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certification

certification

35 3.8
An official paper that proves something is true or someone is qualified
  • noun
  • /ˌsɜrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
translation icon : certificado
  • The teacher characteristics identified include teacher certification, subject matter knowledge, pedagogical knowledge, and teaching experience.
  • teacher certification
  • degree or certification
  • hold certification

The, the paperwork that goes with it, all the certifications weighs more than the engine.

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Examples

  • Advanced training and certification can aid in the qualification of experts.

    Academic text (2008)
  • She received her scuba certification after completing the training course.

  • We have had this certification in market now for about seven years.

  • You do not need certification from the world at large that you are enough.

  • I want you all to pass this certification.

  • In the past, most programs have prepared students for certification for K-12 programs in the public schools.

    Academic text (1999)
  • Part of the coursework taken for certification can count toward a master's degree in education.

    Academic text (1991)
  • But we can take you through the eight-week foster parenting course, and you can get your certification.

  • The PMP designation is a certification provided by the Project Management Institute.

    Academic text (2011)
  • She got me a scuba certification in San Diego.

Synonyms

certificate
vscertification
307 2.7

A document that proves something is true, like a qualification or ownership

is the formal act or status of providing that official proof
credential
vscertification
165 5.3

An official paper that shows a person's identity or qualifications

focuses broadly on the act or document that gives such proof
diploma
vscertification
149 2.8

An official paper from a school or university that shows someone has finished a course of study

is broader, applying to proof of qualifications beyond academic completion
registration
vscertification
  • Formal
113 2.1

An official paper that shows officials have recorded a person or thing

is broader, proving truth or qualification beyond simple recorded status
documentation
vscertification
87 4.3

Documents that show proof of a fact or claim

is the single official proof issued alone rather than the whole set of records
verification
vscertification
  • Formal
13 5.3

A signed legal statement that says a claim is true

is a general official proof, not limited to sworn legal confirmation
seal of approval
vscertification
11 3.9

An official stamp shows a person in charge thinks something is good

is focused on proving truth or qualification rather than granting approval
cert
vscertification
  • Informal
9 8.3

A document that shows someone finished a course or training

is the formal process or proof behind that informal paper
imprimatur
vscertification
  • Formal
7 9.9

Official permission from an authority to publish a work

is about proving a fact or qualification rather than granting formal permission
official document
vscertification
  • Formal
5 3.3

A record issued by an authority that shows a legal agreement or gives a right

is more specific as proof that a fact or qualification is true
teaching certificate
vscertification
  • US
3 3.3

An official paper that shows someone can teach in public schools

is more general, covering proof of qualification in any field
credentials
vscertification
1 3.8

Documents or certificates that show who a person is, their qualifications and their role

refers to the overall process or proof rather than the set of papers
teacher's certificate
vscertification
  • Formal
1 3.4

An official paper that shows a person can teach in public schools

covers the same proof idea but applies to any qualification context

Antonyms

61 2.8

Refusing a request or saying something is not true

Officials stop someone from taking part because they did not follow a rule or meet a requirement

Compounds

A label on food that shows it follows Jewish rules about what you can eat

How Official

to license
156 3.4
diploma
149 2.8
certification
35 3.8
letter
1.0
note
1.0

Surface Forms

certification singular

Morphology

certification = certify (transparent) = certify + ation

Standard noun formation from the verb 'certify' using the productive suffix '-ation', so the meaning is directly derived.

Etymology

Certification comes from the same root as certain and certificate, from a Latin word meaning 'certain'. A certification is therefore a paper that makes something 'certain' or proves it is true.