👉 In the context of professional or academic fields, a recertification is an extension or renewal of one's professional status. It refers to the process of re-certifying a professional license or certification in order to maintain it. This often includes additional education, skills development, or specialized knowledge that has been acquired during the period of validity of the original certificate. In some professions, like law or medicine, recertification is necessary for maintaining licensure. It may be required by employers or licensing bodies to