I would like to 'qualify' [='modify'] what I said earlier to avoid any misinterpretation.
His brief time in the army doesn't 'qualify' him 'as' a military expert.
Living in a camper for a weekend does not 'qualify as' outdoor camping.
(..) for the murder of Pierre Fuquet. You are under arrest for the murder of Pierre Fuquet. Pierre Fuquet? The case is closed. ... Clouseau did not qualify for any advancement whatsoever. I never thought for a moment I would have any use for him... ...until that fateful day. (..)2006 The Pink Panther