what is credentialism and is a degree more than just a piece of paper?

Credentialist theory argues that education takes a central position in systems of stratification because educational degrees restrict access

credentialism the allocation of persons to social positions, especially occupations, on the basis of specific paper qualifications

credentialise Kevin Carson: Another example of radical monopoly is credentialism, with mandated years of schooling unrelated to the practical requirements of

credentialise The indirect cost to the employer grows, as time and money are wasted looking for and training hirees, only for them to leave after a short