Meaning Of The Word Credentialism

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Credentialism Meaning

Credentialism Definition
Credentialism Definition

What's The Definition Of Credentialism?

credentialism in American English
reliance, often excessive reliance, on a person's credentials, specif. academic degrees, as indicators of his or her abilities or potential for success as an employee
noun: excessive reliance on credentials, esp. academic degrees, in determining hiring or promotion policies

credentialism in British English
noun: a tendency to value formal qualifications, esp at the expense of competence and experience

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