Diploma vs. Diplomate — What's the Difference?

A diploma is a certificate or deed issued by an educational institution, such as college or university, that testifies that the recipient has successfully completed a particular course of study. The word diploma also refers to an academic award which is given after the completion of study in different courses such as diploma in higher education, diploma in graduation or diploma in post-graduation.

A person who holds a diploma, especially a doctor certified as a specialist by a board of examiners.

A document issued by an educational institution, such as a university, testifying that the recipient has earned a degree or has successfully completed a particular course of study.

One who has received a diploma, especially a physician certified as a specialist by a board of examiners.

A certificate conferring a privilege or honor.

A professional who has earned a diploma.

An official document or charter.

(transitive) To award a diploma to.

A document issued by an educational institution testifying that the recipient has earned a degree or has successfully completed a particular course of study.

To invest with a title or privilege by diploma.

A letter or writing, usually under seal, conferring some privilege, honor, or power; a document bearing record of a degree conferred by a literary society or educational institution.

Medical specialist whose competence has been certified by a diploma granted by an appropriate professional group

A document certifying the successful completion of a course of study