[jaredgeorge]

I think I would agree when the profession is well defined to require such a qualification. For example, Doctors, Attorneys, CPA Accountants, all require certifications to hold a legitimate title. Engineers, Chefs, CEOs, etc do not require a degree or certification to be legitimately titled and qualified for those positions. I would never reject an engineering candidate on the sole basis of their degree.

[MisterBastahrd]

Engineer is a professional designation.

[TheCoelacanth]

Only in some jurisdictions. In most of the US, Software Engineer is not a regulated title. I believe Florida and Texas are the only exceptions.