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.
If you delay signing up for Part D when you have no other drug coverage (for example, from retiree benefits), you should be aware of the consequences: 1  You will be able to sign up only during open enrollment (Oct. 15 to Dec. 7), and not at the time you feel you need drug coverage; and.