Standards & Guidelines for Professional Credential Verification
Abstract
This publication outlines WASIM’s standards and procedures for professional credential verification to ensure transparency, trust, and global best practices.
Professional credential verification is essential for maintaining integrity and trust within professional ecosystems. This publication provides a clear framework adopted by WASIM to assess, validate, and approve professional credentials submitted by members.
The guidelines cover document authenticity checks, issuing authority validation, ethical compliance, and continuous review mechanisms. By adhering to these standards, WASIM ensures that all approved credentials meet acceptable professional and industry benchmarks.
Key focus areas include:
Credential authenticity and source verification
Ethical and professional conduct requirements
Digital record management and traceability
Periodic revalidation of approved credentials
These standards are reviewed regularly to align with evolving industry practices and regulatory requirements.
Author
WASIM Standards Committee
Jan Sat 2026
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