qual·i·fy /'kwä-lə-ˌfī/ vb -fied, -fy·ing
vt
1: to limit or modify in some way
2: to make or consider eligible or fit
his training and experience qualified him as an expert witness
3: to issue a certificate or license to
vi
1: to meet certain requirements or criteria
qualify for a tax credit
2: to acquire competent power or capacity
has just qualified as a lawyer
Merriam-Webster’s Dictionary of Law. Merriam-Webster. 1996.