資格証(しかくしょう)

Composed of 資格(しかく) (qualification) + 証(しょう) (proof; certificate). A practical administrative word used in job hunting, professional licensing, and official paperwork. The longer form 資格証明書(しかくしょうめいしょ) is the full formal version.

Common collocations

• 資格証(しかくしょう)を取得(しゅとく)する: to obtain a certification
• 資格証(しかくしょう)の更新(こうしん): renewal of certification
• 資格証(しかくしょう)の提示(ていじ): presentation of credentials
• 資格証(しかくしょう)のコピー: a copy of one's certificate

Similar words

• 免許証(めんきょしょう): license — specifically for driving, medical practice, and other licensed professions
• 修了証(しゅうりょうしょう): certificate of completion — proves completion of a course or program
• 合格証(ごうかくしょう): passing certificate — proves that an examination was passed