What is the difference between an academic degree and a professional qualification in university?

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Answer 1

An academic degree refers to a Bachelor's or Master's degree in arts and sciences or a Ph.D. program, which is the majority of the degree programs in most fields of study.  Some fields however require a professional certification, such as in the fields of law, dentistry, medicine.  This could also refer to some vocational fields, such as in aviation, mechanics, or other technical programs.  To learn more about the academic and/or professional certification requirements for your professional goals, visit the Occupational Outlook Handbook from the Bureau of Labor (http://www.bls.gov/oco/).