What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
requalify
Example
I need to requalify for my teaching license every few years. [requalify: verb]
Example
The athlete had to requalify for the national team after taking a break from training. [requalifying: gerund or present participle]
recertify
Example
I need to recertify my CPR training every two years. [recertify: verb]
Example
The company requires all employees to recertify their safety training annually. [recertifying: gerund or present participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Recertify is more commonly used than requalify in the US, while requalify is more commonly used in the UK. Both words are used in professional or educational contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between requalify and recertify?
Both requalify and recertify are formal words used in professional or educational contexts.
