"The Living Earth" Environmental Studies School curriculum was created by National Garden Clubs, Inc. to bring together garden club members from across the country who are seeking to become better stewards of our natural environment. It provides an in-depth understanding of the elements necessary for our survival and the challenges facing their sustainability including environmental science, water conservation, air pollution, land conservation, and endangered species by explaining their value.

Environmental Studies School is offered in a series of four; two-day courses. Each course also includes a two-hour "nature discovery" designed to peak ones interest in preserving and protecting our natural resources. You are requested to take all four within seven years.

At the end of each course, there will be an open-book multiple choice exam given. After completion of two courses, the student will have attained the status of Environmental Consultant Intern. This qualifies the student to join an Environmental Consultants Council while completing all four courses to achieve the full designation of Nationally Accredited Environmental Consultant.

The National Garden Club's accredited program does not require one to complete the courses in order.