invalid certifications
[ɪnˈvælɪd ˌsɜːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃənz]
noun phrasefeminine pluralpl: invalid certifications
certificações inválidas
1. Credentials, documents, or formal declarations that are no longer legally binding, expired, or do not meet required standards and therefore cannot be accepted or recognized
The employee's invalid certifications prevented him from working in the healthcare field.
As certificações inválidas do funcionário o impediram de trabalhar na área da saúde.
2. Professional credentials that have been revoked, suspended, or rendered null due to non-compliance with regulatory requirements
Due to fraud, the company discovered multiple invalid certifications among its staff.
Devido a fraude, a empresa descobriu múltiplas certificações inválidas entre seus funcionários.
3. Certificates or documents that fail to meet authentication standards or are forged
The audit revealed invalid certifications that had been submitted during the hiring process.
A auditoria revelou certificações inválidas que foram submetidas durante o processo de contratação.
In Brazil, the term is commonly used in HR departments, educational institutions, and regulatory bodies. Invalid certifications represent a significant concern in professional hiring due to credential fraud. In the USA, particularly in regulated industries like healthcare, construction, and financial services, invalid certifications can result in legal penalties and liability issues. The phrase is frequently encountered in compliance audits and background checks.
NYC Slang
bogus certs / fake credentials
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