HR Glossary

What is Certification?

A formal credential verifying an individual has met specific knowledge, skill, or competency standards established by a professional body, vendor, or industry organization.

Why it matters in hiring

Certification comes up whenever teams compare candidates, set policy or report on people data. Getting the definition right keeps decisions consistent, which is the same reason springhire scores every applicant against the same criteria rather than on impression.

Related terms starting with C

• Career Pathing
• Career Site
• Central Provident Fund (CPF) (Singapore)
• Certificate of Employment (Global)
• Check-In
• Childcare Benefits
• Childcare Vouchers
• Church Tax (Germany)

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