Credential Evaluation
/ˈkrɛdɛnʃəl ˌɛvəˈluːeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The formal process of assessing and verifying the legitimacy, authenticity, and equivalence of academic or professional qualifications, often used for immigration, licensure, or employment purposes.
The board requires a credential evaluation before granting a professional license to foreign-educated applicants.
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- credential evaluation
- credential evaluations
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Commentary
Credential evaluations are crucial in legal contexts involving immigration, professional regulation, and employment law to ensure foreign qualifications meet domestic standards.
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