The term "board certified" denotes a professional who has successfully completed certain requirements in a specific field of study. Some synonyms for board certified include accredited, licensed, and validated. Accredited implies that the individual has met minimum standards. Licensed means that the individual has met the requirements set forth by a regulatory agency or governing body. Validated indicates that the individual has been deemed qualified through a process of evaluation or testing. Other synonyms for board certified include certified, registered, and qualified. Regardless of the terminology used, a board-certified professional is generally recognized as having the knowledge and skills needed to provide quality services in their respective field.