Which term refers to qualifications that entitle an individual to license, authority, and so on?

• A. Certification
• B. Credentials
• C. Accreditation
• D. Abandon

Answer: (B)

Credentials are the official qualifications that authorize someone to license or practice. They encompass the documents and evidence showing you’ve met required standards—such as licenses, certifications, and degrees—that prove you’re qualified to work in a profession. Certification is a specific process used to validate particular skills or knowledge and is itself a type of credential, but the broad term for these recognized qualifications is credentials. Accreditation, on the other hand, relates to institutions or programs meeting standards, not to an individual’s qualifications. Abandon is not relevant to qualification or licensure. In short, credentials cover all the official proofs of qualification that allow someone to practice.