Adolescence /ˌæd

qualification /ˌkwɒl.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃ ə n/ /ˌkwɑː.lɪ-/ noun TRAINING
1. [ C ] an official record showing that you have finished a training course or have the necessary skills, etc
You'll never get a good job if you don't have any qualifications.
Do you have any teaching/legal/medical/secretarial/academic qualifications?
2. [ C or U ] an ability, characteristic or experience that makes you suitable for a particular job or activity
Some nursing experience is a necessary qualification for this job.
[ + to infinitive ] One of the qualifications you need to work here is a sense of humour!