What does the cryptic crossword clue "Programme one element of education to lure trainee (10)" mean?

The definition is "trainee". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). APP (synonym="software programme, though that’s usually spelled program") + R (synonym="as in “the three Rs” = one element of basic education") + ENTICE (synonym="lure") = APPRENTICE; definition: "trainee" The answer is APPRENTICE.

Programme one element of education to lure trainee (10)

Independent Cryptic #11660 | 12 Across | 2024-02-23 flower

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