There are eight components that Teacher Candidates the University of Nebraska at Kearney, College of Education, must demonstrate their understanding of and proficiency in, to complete their student teaching successfully. Are this components relative when the Teacher Candidate interviews for his/her first teaching position; and if so, to what degree? This study will attempt to establish a baseline of components, which are considered essential for Teacher Candidates seeking their first teaching position. To achieve these results, the study will be divided into two parts. (Contains 5 tables.)