The education required to become a state trooper varies by state, but in general at least a year of post-high school education is required. In some states, if you have served in the military the post-high school educational requirement is waived because of your experience.
You can enroll in Medicare Part D coverage once you meet both of the above requirements. Your Initial Enrollment Period for Part D is when you're first eligible to sign up for prescription drug benefits, and this period usually coincides with when you're first eligible for Medicare coverage.
You can sign up for Medicare Part D (prescription drug coverage) when you first become eligible for Medicare (for most people thatâs when you are  between age 64 years 8 months and 65 years 3 months). This is the best time to sign up because you wonât have to pay a penalty or a higher premium.