Unclear Contract Terms

Summary

The user signed a contract with English Valleys Care Center for CNA training repayment but the contract did not specify the amount to be repaid. The user left voluntarily after 4 months of employment and now the company is trying to make her pay $1200. The user did not receive any written or verbal communication about the specific amount before or after signing the contract.

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I signed a contract with a company stating i would pay back my CNA training but on the contract i signed it didn’t say what price i would have to pay and now there trying to make me pay $*
What state are you located in, ****? This will help me provide you with the most accurate information.
Iowa
What is the exact wording of the clause regarding the repayment of your CNA training in the contract?
Failure to complete 1 year could result in the employer seeking repayment of training cost employer has paid for employees training
Did you receive any written or verbal communication about the specific amount before or after signing the contract?
no
What is the duration you have worked after the training?

In Iowa, if a contract doesn't specify the amount, it could be considered ambiguous and may not be enforceable. Consult a local attorney for advice.
4 months
Did you leave the job voluntarily or were you terminated?

In Iowa, if you leave voluntarily before the agreed period, you may be liable for the training costs.
voluntarily
Did you have any agreement with the company about the repayment terms if you leave voluntarily?

In Iowa, if you leave voluntarily before the agreed period, you may be liable for the training costs.
yes
What were the terms of the agreement regarding repayment if you left voluntarily?
would have to pay back the cna training cost but no specific price and no itemized bill
What is the name of the company you signed the contract with?

In Iowa, contracts should be clear and specific. If the amount isn't specified, it may be considered ambiguous. Consult a local attorney.
English Valleys care center
What is the exact location of English Valleys Care Center?