The practical guide in the care professions is mandated by law. However, coordinating this important part of training often proves to be challenging. The "Red Thread" brings clarity to this complexity in a practical and differentiated manner. It has been successfully tested multiple times in practice. The workbook is structured according to the training fields and already implements the vocational training required by the KMK. Teachers and trainers fulfill their different responsibilities in the training and cooperate in accordance with legislative requirements. The "Red Thread" connects theoretical and practical training. It provides a thorough introduction to theory and offers a wealth of practical examples and templates that can be directly used in training.