credential

/krih-DEN-shul/noun

a qualification or achievement that shows a person is suited to something

A doctorate is the standard credential for university teaching.
Synonyms
qualification, certification, testimonial
Root
cred- (believe)
Memory hook
cred (believe): the paper that makes people believe in you.

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